| Diospyros areolata | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Ericales |
| Family: | Ebenaceae |
| Genus: | Diospyros |
| Species: | D. areolata |
| Binomial name | |
| Diospyros areolata | |
| Synonyms [2] | |
Diospyros areolata is a tree in the family Ebenaceae. The specific epithet areolata means 'net-like', referring to the leaf veins. [3]
Diospyros areolata grows up to 30 metres (100 ft) tall. The twigs are reddish brown when young. Inflorescences usually bear three flowers. The fruits are round, up to 4 cm (1.6 in) in diameter. [3]
Diospyros areolata is native to Vietnam, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. Its habitat is lowland mixed dipterocarp and swamp forests to elevations of 940 m (3,080 ft). [1]
Diospyros areolata has been assessed as least concern on the IUCN Red List, due to its broad distribution. However it is threatened by a number of factors including logging for its timber; palm oil and rubber plantations; mining and urban development. The species' presence in a number of protected areas, including Malaysia's Pasoh Forest Reserve, affords it a level of protection. [1]
