Chisocheton medusae

Chisocheton medusae is a tree in the family Meliaceae. The specific epithet medusae refers to the mythological Medusa and alludes to the shape of the flower petals.

Description

The tree grows up to tall with a trunk diameter of up to. The bark is black. The flowers are white. The fruits are golden-brown, up to in diameter.

Distribution and habitat

Chisocheton medusae is endemic to Borneo. The habitat is lowland rain forests from sea-level to altitude.