Xanthophyllum impressum explained

Xanthophyllum impressum is a tree in the family Polygalaceae. The specific epithet Latin: [[:wikt:impressus|impressum]] is from the Latin meaning 'impressed', referring to the enclosed position of the axillary buds.

Description

Xanthophyllum impressum grows up to 23m (75feet) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 70cm (30inches). The smooth bark is grey. The flowers are white, drying orange to dark red. The brownish fruits are round and measure up to 1.70NaN0 in diameter.

Distribution and habitat

Xanthophyllum impressum grows naturally in Borneo and the Philippines. Its habitat is lowland forests.