Microtropis sumatrana

Microtropis sumatrana
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Celastrales
Family: Celastraceae
Genus: Microtropis
Species:
M. sumatrana
Binomial name
Microtropis sumatrana

Microtropis sumatrana is a tree in the family Celastraceae. It is named for Sumatra.[3]

Description

Microtropis sumatrana grows up to 20 m (70 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 20 cm (8 in). The smooth bark is grey. The leathery leaves are elliptic and measure up to 11 cm (4 in) long. The fruits measure up to 1.7 cm (0.7 in) long.[3]

Distribution and habitat

Microtropis sumatrana is native to Borneo and Sumatra. Its habitat is forests to elevations of 1,050 m (3,000 ft).[3]

References

  1. ^ IUCN SSC Global Tree Specialist Group & Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) (2024). "Microtropis sumatrana". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2024: e.T37743A242594700. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
  2. ^ "Microtropis sumatrana Merr". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
  3. ^ a b c Kochummen, K.M. (1995). "Microtropis Wall ex Meisn.". In Soepadmo, E.; Wong, K.M. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 1. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. p. 147. ISBN 983-9592-34-3.


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