Chisocheton velutinus

Chisocheton velutinus is a tree in the family Meliaceae. The specific epithet velutinus is from the Latin meaning 'velvety', referring to the indumentum of the leaves and fruits.

Description

The tree grows up to tall with a trunk diameter of up to. The flowers are cream-coloured. The fruits are yellow turning red, round, up to in diameter.

Distribution and habitat

Chisocheton velutinus is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is rain forests from sea-level to altitude.