Vatica globosa

Vatica globosa is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae, native to Borneo. The specific epithet globosa means "spherical", referring to the nuts.

Description

Vatica globosa grows up to tall, with a trunk diameter of up to. Its coriaceous leaves are obovate and measure up to long. The inflorescences bear cream flowers. The nuts are round and measure up to in diameter.

Distribution and habitat

Vatica globosa is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forest, at elevations to.

Conservation

Vatica globosa has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened mainly by shifting agricultural patterns and by palm oil plantations. In Kalimantan, the species is threatened by forest fires.