Vatica pauciflora

Vatica pauciflora is a species of tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae. The specific epithet pauciflora is Latin for 'few-flowered'.

Distribution

Vatica pauciflora is native to Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. It is common in freshwater swamps and on riparian river banks.

Threats

Vatica pauciflora is threatened by residential development and agricultural plantations. Also, the species is being logged for its timber.