Madhuca sandakanensis explained

Madhuca sandakanensis is a tree in the family Sapotaceae. It is named for Sandakan in Borneo.

Description

Madhuca sandakanensis grows up to 17m (56feet) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 20cm (10inches). The twigs are pale yellowish green. Inflorescences bear up to five flowers.

Distribution and habitat

Madhuca sandakanensis is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forest from NaNm (-2,147,483,648feet) altitude.

Conservation

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