Parishia dinghouiana
| Parishia dinghouiana | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Sapindales |
| Family: | Anacardiaceae |
| Genus: | Parishia |
| Species: | P. dinghouiana |
| Binomial name | |
| Parishia dinghouiana | |
Parishia dinghouiana is a flowering plant in the family Anacardiaceae. It is native to Borneo.[3]
Description
Parishia dinghouiana grows as a tree up to 15 m (50 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm (12 in). The leaves are oblong and measure up to 18.5 cm (7 in) long and 7.5 cm (3.0 in) wide. The velvety fruits are ovoid with calyx lobes measuring up to 5.5 cm (2.2 in) long.[3]
Taxonomy
Parishia dinghouiana was described by Malaysian botanist Kizhakkedathu Mathai Kochummen in Sandakania in 1996.[2] The type specimen was collected in Kuching District, Borneo. The specific epithet honours the Dutch botanist Ding Hou.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Parishia dinghouiana is endemic to Borneo, where it is confined to the Kuching District of Sarawak. Its habitat is in lowland forests, at elevations of 100–150 m (300–500 ft).[1][3]
Conservation
Parishia dinghouiana has been assessed as data deficient on the IUCN Red List. It is possibly at risk from threats to its forest habitat, such as from residential and industrial development. However, detailed information on the species is limited.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 Julia, S. (2021). "Parishia dinghouiana". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2021 e.T170573532A170576426. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2021-2.RLTS.T170573532A170576426.en. Retrieved 3 April 2026.
- 1 2 "Parishia dinghouiana Kochummen". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 3 April 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 Kochummen, K. M. (1996). "Parishia Hook.f.". In Soepadmo, E.; Wong, K. M.; Saw, L. G. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 2. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. p. 60. ISBN 983-9592-56-4.