Vatica chartacea
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Vatica chartacea is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae, native to Borneo. The specific epithet chartacea means "papery", referring to the leaves.[1]
Description
Vatica chartacea grows as a medium-sized tree. Its chartaceous leaves are oblong to obovate and measure up to Script error: No such module "convert". long. The inflorescences bear cream flowers.[1]
Distribution and habitat
Vatica chartacea is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forests on lowland hills, in wet areas and by rivers.[2]
Conservation
Vatica chartacea has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by land conversion for plantations and by logging for its timber.[2]
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