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Shorea domatiosa

P. S. Ashton

Dipterocarpaceae Edible: Nut - oil

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Shorea domatiosa is a species of tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae. It is endemic to Borneo. It is an Endangered species threatened by habitat loss.

Description

A tropical tree in the Dipterocarpaceae family native to tropical regions.

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Edible Uses

The nuts are processed for oil extraction.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Malaysia, SE Asia,

References (1)

  • Coolen, Q. T., 2013, The Illipe nut (Shorea spp.) as additional resource in plantation forestry. Van Hall Larenstein University and Sarawak Forestry.

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