Semecarpus minutipetalus
| Semecarpus minutipetalus | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Sapindales |
| Family: | Anacardiaceae |
| Genus: | Semecarpus |
| Species: | S. minutipetalus |
| Binomial name | |
| Semecarpus minutipetalus | |
Semecarpus minutipetalus is a flowering plant in the family Anacardiaceae. It is native to Borneo.[3]
Description
Semecarpus minutipetalus grows as a tree up to 12 m (40 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 15 cm (6 in). Its twigs are white. The leaves are oblong or obovate and measure up to 31.5 cm (12 in) long and to 10 cm (4 in) wide. The inflorescences, in panicles, feature flowers with very small petals.[3]
Taxonomy
Semecarpus minutipetalus was described by Malaysian botanist Kizhakkedathu Mathai Kochummen in Sandakania in 1996.[2] The type specimen was collected in Miri District in Sarawak, Borneo. The specific epithet minutipetalus means 'small petal'.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Semecarpus minutipetalus is endemic to Borneo, where it is known only from Sarawak. Its habitat is in lowland dipterocarp forests, at elevations to 140 m (500 ft).[1][3]
Conservation
Semecarpus minutipetalus has been assessed as critically endangered (possibly extinct) on the IUCN Red List. It is only known from a single locality which has been converted to palm oil plantations. It is not known to be present in any protected areas.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 Julia, S. (2021). "Semecarpus minutipetalus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2021 e.T170576147A170576491. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2021-2.RLTS.T170576147A170576491.en. Retrieved 20 April 2026.
- 1 2 "Semecarpus minutipetalus Kochummen". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 20 April 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 Kochummen, K. M. (1996). "Semecarpus L.f.". In Soepadmo, E.; Wong, K. M.; Saw, L. G. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 2. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. p. 82. ISBN 983-9592-56-4.