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Symplocos colombonensis

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Symplocos colombonensis is a plant in the family Symplocaceae, native to Borneo. It is named for the Colombon River in Sabah.[2]

Description

Symplocos colombonensis grows as a shrub or tree up to 10 metres (33 ft) tall. The brown twigs have a zig-zag shape. The leaves are ovate and measure up to 9 cm (4 in) long. The inflorescences feature racemes of three flowers.[2]

Distribution and habitat

Symplocos colombonensis is endemic to Borneo, where it is confined to Mount Kinabalu in Sabah. Its habitat is montane forests, at elevations of 2,100–3,100 m (7,000–10,000 ft).[2]

References

  1. ^ "Symplocos colombonensis". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 19 March 2023.
  2. ^ a b c Pearce, K. G. (2004). "Symplocos Jacq.". In Soepadmo, E.; Saw, L. G.; Chung, R. C. K. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 5. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. pp. 406–407. ISBN 983-2181-59-3.
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Symplocos colombonensis: Brief Summary

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Symplocos colombonensis is a plant in the family Symplocaceae, native to Borneo. It is named for the Colombon River in Sabah.

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