Madhuca endertii explained

Madhuca endertii is a plant in the family Sapotaceae.

Description

Madhuca endertii grows as a tree up to 30m (100feet) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 60cm (20inches). Inflorescences bear up to three flowers. The fruits are ellipsoid, up to 4.5cm (01.8inches) long.

Distribution and habitat

Madhuca endertii is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is montane forests from NaNm (-2,147,483,648feet) altitude.

Conservation

Madhuca endertii has been assessed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. The species is threatened by logging and conversion of land for palm oil plantations.