Madhuca barbata

Madhuca barbata is a plant in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet barbata means 'bearded', referring to the sepals.

Description

Madhuca barbata grows as a small tree. Inflorescences bear up to 12 flowers.

Distribution and habitat

Madhuca barbata is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is peat swamp and mixed dipterocarp forests to altitude.

Conservation

Madhuca barbata has been assessed as near threatened on the IUCN Red List. The species is threatened by conversion of land for palm oil plantations.