Alstonia iwahigensis explained

Alstonia iwahigensis is a tree in the dogbane family Apocynaceae.

Description

Alstonia iwahigensis grows as a medium to large-sized tree up to 45m (148feet) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 100cm (00inches). The bark is greyish, yellowish or dark brown. Its fragrant flowers feature a yellow or pinkish corolla.

Distribution and habitat

Alstonia iwahigensis is native to Borneo and Palawan. The species is found in forests and on hillsides from sea level to 500m (1,600feet) altitude.