Scientific name Anisophyllea nitida | Genus Anisophyllea Rank Species | |
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Anisophyllea nitida is a tree of Borneo in the family Anisophylleaceae. The specific epithet nitida is from the Latin meaning "polished", referring to the shiny appearance of the upper leaf surface.
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Description
Anisophyllea nitida grows as a tree up to 23 metres (80 ft) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 25 cm (10 in). The bark is smooth to scaly. The ellipsoid fruits measure up to 5 cm (2 in) long.
Distribution and habitat
Anisophyllea nitida is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is dipterocarp forests.
References
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