Madhuca brochidodroma

Madhuca brochidodroma is a plant in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet brochidodroma means 'loop-veined', referring to the leaves.

Description

Madhuca brochidodroma grows as a tree up to tall, with a trunk diameter of up to. The bark is reddish brown. Inflorescences bear up to six cream-coloured flowers.

Distribution and habitat

Madhuca brochidodroma is native to Sumatra and Borneo. Its habitat is peat swamp forest.

Conservation

Madhuca brochidodroma has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. The species is threatened by logging and conversion of land for palm oil plantations.