Payena acuminata
species of plant
Payena acuminata is a tree in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet acuminata means 'tapering to a narrow point', referring to the leaf apex.
Description
Payena acuminata grows up to 30 metres (100 ft) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 75 cm (30 in). The bark is brown. The inflorescences bear up to 20 flowers. The fruits are ellipsoid, and measure up to 4 cm (1.6 in) long.
Distribution and habitat
Payena acuminata is native to Peninsular Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Borneo, Java and Sumatra. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forests to 400 m (1,300 ft) altitude.
Uses
Payena acuminata is a source of gutta-percha. The timber is used commercially.
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