Symplocos borneensis

Symplocos borneensis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Symplocaceae
Genus: Symplocos
Species:
S. borneensis
Binomial name
Symplocos borneensis

Symplocos borneensis is a plant in the family Symplocaceae, native to Borneo. The specific epithet borneensis refers to the species' presence on the island.[2]

Description

Symplocos borneensis has straight, grooved twigs. The leaves are elliptic and measure up to 8 centimetres (3 in) long. The inflorescences feature racemes bearing at least seven flowers.[2]

Distribution and habitat

Symplocos borneensis is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is lowland dipterocarp forests.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Symplocos borneensis". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
  2. ^ a b c Pearce, K. G. (2004). "Symplocos Jacq.". In Soepadmo, E.; Saw, L. G.; Chung, R. C. K. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 5. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. pp. 399–400. ISBN 983-2181-59-3.


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