Vatica chartacea
Species of tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae
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Vatica chartacea is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae, native to Borneo. The specific epithet chartacea means "papery", referring to the leaves.[3]
| Vatica chartacea | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malvales |
| Family: | Dipterocarpaceae |
| Genus: | Vatica |
| Species: | V. chartacea |
| Binomial name | |
| Vatica chartacea | |
Description
Vatica chartacea grows as a medium-sized tree. Its chartaceous leaves are oblong to obovate and measure up to 25 cm (10 in) long. The inflorescences bear cream flowers.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Vatica chartacea is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forests on lowland hills, in wet areas and by rivers.[1]
Conservation
Vatica chartacea has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by land conversion for plantations and by logging for its timber.[1]
