| Pellacalyx cristatus | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malpighiales |
| Family: | Rhizophoraceae |
| Genus: | Pellacalyx |
| Species: | P. cristatus |
| Binomial name | |
| Pellacalyx cristatus Hemsl. | |
Pellacalyx cristatus is a tree in the family Rhizophoraceae. The specific epithet cristatus means 'crested', referring to the calyx.
Description
Pellacalyx cristatus grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall, with a stem diameter of 10 cm (4 in). The smooth bark is brown to yellow. The leaves are ovate to oblong and measure up to 17 cm (7 in) long.
Distribution and habitat
Pellacalyx cristatus is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is in hilly areas, to elevations of 900 m (3,000 ft).
References
- "Pellacalyx cristatus Hemsl". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 27 September 2024.
- ^ Madani, L.; Wong, K. M. (1995). "Pellacalyx Korth.". In Soepadmo, E.; Wong, K. M. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 1. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. p. 344. ISBN 983-9592-34-3.
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| Pellacalyx cristatus | |
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