Heliciopsis mahmudii
Heliciopsis mahmudii is a tree in the family Proteaceae, native to Borneo. It is named for the former Chief Minister of Sarawak, Abdul Taib Mahmud.[2]
| Heliciopsis mahmudii | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Order: | Proteales |
| Family: | Proteaceae |
| Genus: | Heliciopsis |
| Species: | H. mahmudii |
| Binomial name | |
| Heliciopsis mahmudii | |
| Synonyms[1] | |
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Description
Heliciopsis mahmudii grows as a small tree up to 5 metres (16 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 4 cm (1.6 in). The bark is dark brown and cracked. The leathery leaves are lanceolate to oblong and measure up to 42 cm (17 in) long. The inflorescences are solitary.[2]
Distribution and habitat
Heliciopsis mahmudii is endemic to Borneo, where it is confined to Sarawak, including in the Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary. Its habitat is in areas of regrowth following landslides, at elevations of 600–850 m (2,000–2,800 ft).[2]
References
- "Heliciopsis mahmudii". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 23 February 2024.
- Chung, R. C. K. (2002). "Heliciopsis Sleumer". In Soepadmo, E.; Saw, L. G.; Chung, R. C. K. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 4. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. pp. 195, 196. ISBN 983-2181-27-5.
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