Microtropis valida

Microtropis valida
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Celastrales
Family: Celastraceae
Genus: Microtropis
Species:
M. valida
Binomial name
Microtropis valida
Synonyms[2]
  • Microtropis bicolor Merr. & F.L.Freeman
  • Microtropis pauciflora Boerl. ex Merr. & O.M.Freeman

Microtropis valida is a plant in the family Celastraceae. The specific epithet valida means 'growing strongly'.[3]

Description

Microtropis valida grows as a shrub or tree up to 5 m (20 ft) tall. The leathery leaves are elliptic to lanceolate to ovate and measure up to 27 cm (11 in) long. The fruits measure up to 2 cm (0.8 in) long.[3]

Distribution and habitat

Microtropis valida is native to Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra. Its habitat is forests to elevations of 1,350 m (4,000 ft).[3]

References

  1. ^ de Kok, R. (2024). "Microtropis valida". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2024: e.T220764463A220912137. Retrieved 7 August 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Microtropis valida Ridl". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 7 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. 149. ISBN 983-9592-34-3.


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