Madhuca macrophylla
(Hassk.) H. J. Lam
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Description
A tree. It grows 25-35 m tall. The leaves are clustered at the tips of the twigs. They are broadly spoon shaped. They are 15-55 cm long by 6-22 cm wide. The fruit often occur as 2 together and hang down. They are 2.5-4 cm long by 1.5-3 cm wide. There are 1-2 seeds.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It occurs in W Java up to 600 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indonesia, SE Asia,
Synonyms
Barringtonia macrophylla (Blume) Miq.Kakosmanthus macrophyllus Hassk.Payena macrophylla (Hassk.) BurckStravadium macrophyllum Blume
Also Known As
Pasra, Karet munding
References (1)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
