Vatica rotata
Species of tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae
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Vatica rotata is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae, native to Borneo. The specific epithet rotata means "wheel-like", referring to the lobes of the fruit calyx.[3]
| Vatica rotata | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malvales |
| Family: | Dipterocarpaceae |
| Genus: | Vatica |
| Species: | V. rotata |
| Binomial name | |
| Vatica rotata | |
Description
Vatica rotata grows as a small tree, with a trunk diameter of about 10 centimetres (4 in). Its coriaceous leaves are elliptic to ovate and measure up to 10 cm (4 in) long. The inflorescences bear cream flowers.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Vatica rotata is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is lowland heath forests and mixed dipterocarp forests, at elevations to 200 m (700 ft).[1]
Conservation
Vatica rotata has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened mainly by agricultural encroachment on the species' habitat.[1]
