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Rubroshorea palembanica

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Rubroshorea palembanica (Miq.) P.S.Ashton & J.Heck.

Family Name: Dipterocarpaceae
Synonyms: Shorea palembanica Miq.
Common Name: Meranti Tengkawang Air

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Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
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Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Tree

Biogeography

Native Distribution Sumatra, Borneo

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green
Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio 2.5 (Tree - Open Canopy)

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Master ID 1833
Species ID 3126
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Species record last updated on: 30 January 2025.
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