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Pellacalyx cristatus

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Pellacalyx cristatus
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Rhizophoraceae
Genus: Pellacalyx
Species:
P. cristatus
Binomial name
Pellacalyx cristatus

Pellacalyx cristatus is a tree in the family Rhizophoraceae. The specific epithet cristatus means 'crested', referring to the calyx.[2]

Description

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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.[2]

Distribution and habitat

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Pellacalyx cristatus is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is in hilly areas, to elevations of 900 m (3,000 ft).[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Pellacalyx cristatus Hemsl". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 27 September 2024.
  2. ^ a b c 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.