Schizolaena microphylla explained

Schizolaena microphylla is a tree in the family Sarcolaenaceae. It is endemic to Madagascar. The specific epithet microphylla means 'small leaves'.

Description

Schizolaena microphylla grows as a tree up to 10m (30feet) tall, exceptionally up to 25m (82feet). Its leaves are elliptic to ovate or roundish in shape and are hairy on the underside.

Distribution and habitat

Schizolaena microphylla is known only from the central regions of Vakinankaratra and Amoron'i Mania. Its habitat is subhumid forests from 1000– altitude. Some subpopulations of the trees are within protected areas.