Xanthophyllum nitidum

Xanthophyllum nitidum is a tree in the family Polygalaceae. The specific epithet nitidum is from the Latin meaning 'shiny', referring to the leaf surfaces.

Description

Xanthophyllum nitidum grows up to tall with a trunk diameter of up to. The bark is black and smooth.

Distribution and habitat

Xanthophyllum nitidum is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is lowland forests from to altitude.