Vochysia santaluciae
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Vochysia santaluciae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce remaining forest patches, while selective logging targets mature trees of this and related species.
Habitat
This endangered tree species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid montane and submontane forests. It typically grows in well-drained soils on hillsides and forest edges at elevations between 400-1200 meters.