Leptolaena arenaria
Species of flowering plant
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Leptolaena arenaria is a tree in the family Sarcolaenaceae. It is endemic to Madagascar.
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| Leptolaena arenaria | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malvales |
| Family: | Sarcolaenaceae |
| Genus: | Leptolaena |
| Species: | L. arenaria |
| Binomial name | |
| Leptolaena arenaria (F.Gérard) Cavaco[2] | |
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Description
Leptolaena arenaria grows up to 12 m (40 ft) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm (12 in). Its bright green leaves are ovate in shape and measure up to 7 cm (3 in) long. The tree's flowers typically occur in inflorescences of two flowers, each with white petals. The roundish fruits measure up to 1.2 cm (0.5 in) in diameter.[4] The species is used in local medicine.[1]
Distribution and habitat
Conservation
Leptolaena arenaria has been assessed as near threatened on the IUCN Red List. Its habitat is threatened by wildfires, conversion of land for agriculture and harvesting for wood. The species is present in some protected areas including Ankarafantsika National Park.[1]