Madhuca brochidodroma
| Madhuca brochidodroma | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Ericales |
| Family: | Sapotaceae |
| Genus: | Madhuca |
| Species: | M. brochidodroma |
| Binomial name | |
| Madhuca brochidodroma | |
| Synonyms[2] | |
Madhuca brochidodroma is a plant in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet brochidodroma means 'loop-veined', referring to the leaves.[3]
Description
Madhuca brochidodroma grows as a tree up to 25 metres (80 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm (12 in). The bark is reddish brown. Inflorescences bear up to six cream-coloured flowers.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Madhuca brochidodroma is native to Sumatra and Borneo. Its habitat is peat swamp forest.[1]
Conservation
Madhuca brochidodroma has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. The species is threatened by logging and conversion of land for palm oil plantations.[1]
References
- ^ a b c Olander, S.B.; Wilkie, P. (2019). "Madhuca brochidodroma". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2019: e.T136448079A136470706. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2019-3.RLTS.T136448079A136470706.en. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ a b "Madhuca brochidodroma". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 14 September 2020.
- ^ a b Chai, P.P.K.; Yii, P.C. (April 2002). "Madhuca brochidodroma T.D.Penn.". In Soepadmo, E.; Saw, L. G.; Chung, R. C. K. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. (free online from the publisher, lesser resolution scan PDF versions). Vol. 4. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. pp. 228–229. ISBN 983-2181-27-5. Archived from the original (PDF) on 27 September 2013. Retrieved 29 October 2013.