Schizolaena elongata explained

Schizolaena elongata is a tree in the family Sarcolaenaceae. It is endemic to Madagascar.

Description

Schizolaena elongata grows as a tree up to 15m (49feet) tall. Its coriaceous leaves are discolorous.

Distribution and habitat

Schizolaena elongata is known only from the eastern regions of Sava, Atsimo-Atsinanana, Vatovavy-Fitovinany, Analanjirofo and Atsinanana. Its habitat is humid coastal forests from sea-level to 500m (1,600feet) altitude.