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Castanopsis endertii is a tree in the beech family Fagaceae. It is named for the Dutch botanist and plant collector Frederik Endert.
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Description
Castanopsis endertii grows as a tree up to 35 metres (110 ft) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm (24 in). The brownish bark is slightly fissured with ring-like features. The coriaceous leaves measure up to 18 cm (7 in) long. Its roundish, edible nuts measure up to 3.5 cm (1.4 in) long.
Distribution and habitat
Castanopsis endertii is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is montane forests up to 2,500 m (8,200 ft) altitude.
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