Madhuca montana explained

Madhuca montana is a tree in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet montana means 'of the mountains', referring to its habitat.

Description

Madhuca montana grows up to 33m (108feet) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 55cm (22inches). The twigs are brownish. Inflorescences bear up to three flowers.

Distribution and habitat

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

Conservation

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