Isonandra lanceolata explained

Isonandra lanceolata is a plant in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet lanceolata means 'spear-shaped', referring to the leaves.

Description

Isonandra lanceolata grows as a shrub or small tree or as a larger tree up to 26m (85feet) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 46cm (18inches). The bark is chocolate brown. Inflorescences bear up to 10 pale yellow flowers.

Distribution and habitat

Isonandra lanceolata is native to Tamil Nadu (India), Sri Lanka and Borneo. It grows in forests up to 2000m (7,000feet) altitude.