Prismatomeris robusta
| Prismatomeris robusta | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Gentianales |
| Family: | Rubiaceae |
| Genus: | Prismatomeris |
| Species: | P. robusta |
| Binomial name | |
| Prismatomeris robusta J.T.Johanss. | |
Prismatomeris robusta is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or tree native to Borneo. The species was described in 1987, and is listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN.
Taxonomy
The species was described by Jan Thomas Johansson in 1987.[2]
Distribution
Prismatomeris robusta is native to the wet tropical biome of Borneo (Sabah and Sarawak). It may be present in Sumatra, where it has been found in one location.[3][1] Its extent of occurrence is 580,568 square kilometres (224,159 sq mi).[1]
The species grows in mixed dipterocarp forests, sandstone forests, and lower montane forests.[1]
Description
Prismatomeris robusta is a shrub or tree.[3]
Conservation
In 2023, the IUCN assessed Prismatomeris robusta as Near Threatened. It is threatened by land use change, agriculture, and urbanisation. The species is present in protected areas.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 Chua, L.S.L.; Maycock, C.R.; Phang, A. (2024). "Prismatomeris robusta". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2024 e.T224978744A224978746. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2024-1.RLTS.T224978744A224978746.en. Retrieved 2026-07-22.
- ↑ "Prismatomeris robusta J.T.Johanss". International Plant Names Index (IPNI). Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew; Harvard University Herbaria & Libraries; Australian National Botanic Gardens.
- 1 2 "Prismatomeris robusta". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 2026-07-22.