Hopea pedicellata
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Hopea pedicellata is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae. The specific epithet pedicellata, refers to the species' prominent pedicel (flower stalk).[1]
Description
Hopea pedicellata grows as a canopy tree, up to Script error: No such module "convert". tall, with a trunk diameter of up to Script error: No such module "convert".. It has buttresses and stilt roots. The bark is smooth. The leathery leaves are ovate to lanceolate and measure up to Script error: No such module "convert". long. The inflorescences measure up to Script error: No such module "convert". long and bear up to seven yellow flowers. The nuts are egg-shaped and measure up to Script error: No such module "convert". long.[1]
Distribution and habitat
Hopea pedicellata is native to Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forests and hilly areas, to elevations of Script error: No such module "convert"..[2]
Conservation
Hopea pedicellata has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by land conversion for agriculture. The species is found in some protected areas.[2]
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