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Xanthophyllum contractum
Species of tree From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Xanthophyllum contractum is a tree in the family Polygalaceae. The specific epithet contractum is from the Latin meaning 'contracted', referring to short inflorescences and short fruit stalks.[2]
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Description
Xanthophyllum contractum grows up to 18 metres (60 ft) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 30 centimetres (12 in). The twigs are smooth and pale yellowish. The dark reddish fruits are ovoid and measure up to 2 cm (1 in) in diameter.[2]
Distribution and habitat
Xanthophyllum contractum is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is lowland riparian forests.[2]
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