Gluema korupensis explained

Gluema korupensis is a species of tree in the family Sapotaceae. It is found mostly in Korup National Park in southwestern Cameroon.[1] [2]

Description

The description of the tree is that it can up to 42 meters tall. The wood has a reddish-brown color and has a density of 0.92 g/ cm3. The bark is light brown with some darker brown, irregularly shaped flakes. The fruit of the tree is covered on hair. The seeds are brown, glossy, and have a seed scar across the entire seed.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Gluema korupensis Burgt - Encyclopedia of Life . 2023-06-25 . eol.org.
  2. Web site: Gluema korupensis Burgt Plants of the World Online Kew Science . 2023-06-25 . Plants of the World Online . en.
  3. van der Burgt . Xander M. . Newbery . David M. . 2006 . Gluema korupensis (Sapotaceae), a New Tree Species from Korup National Park, Cameroon . Kew Bulletin . 61 . 1 . 79–84 . 20443247 . 0075-5974.