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Vochysia spathulata

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Vochysia spathulata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Mining activities and urban development have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, with logging operations targeting the mature forest stands where this tree species naturally occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Vochysia spathulata inhabits primary and secondary Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) in southeastern Brazil, typically growing in humid montane forests at elevations between 500-1,200 meters. The species prefers well-drained soils on slopes and ridges within the remaining forest fragments of this highly threatened biodiversity hotspot.

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Vochysia spathulata classified as Endangered?
Vochysia spathulata is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Vochysia spathulata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Mining activities and urban development have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, with logging operations targeting the mature forest stands where this tree species naturally occurs.
Where does Vochysia spathulata live?
Vochysia spathulata occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Vochysia spathulata?
The main threats to Vochysia spathulata are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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