| Vatica glabrata | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Spermatophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malvales |
| Family: | Dipterocarpaceae |
| Genus: | Vatica |
| Species: | V. glabrata
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| Binomial name | |
| Vatica glabrata | |
Vatica glabrata is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae which is endemic to Borneo.
The species was described by Peter Shaw Ashton in 1982.2 The specific epithet means 'smooth-skinned'.3
Description
Vatica glabrata grows up to 20 metres (70 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm (24 in). Its coriaceous leaves measure up to 15 cm (6 in) long. The inflorescences bear cream-coloured flowers.3
Distribution and habitat
Vatica glabrata is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is upper dipterocarp forest at elevations of 1,200–1,500 m (4,000–5,000 ft).3
Conservation
Vatica glabrata has been assessed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by logging for its timber.1
References
References
- Barstow, M.; Bodos, V. (2019). "Vatica glabrata". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2019 e.T50777948A50777950. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2019-3.RLTS.T50777948A50777950.en. Retrieved 20 November 2021.
- "Vatica glabrata". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 3 July 2021.
- Ashton, P. S. (2004). "Vatica L.". In Soepadmo, E.; Saw, L. G.; Chung, R. C. K. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 5. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. p. 366. ISBN 983-2181-59-3.