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Rubroshorea pauciflora (King) P.S.Ashton & J.Heck.
| Family Name: | Dipterocarpaceae |
| Synonyms: | Shorea pauciflora King |
| Common Name: | Nemesu |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Tree |
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| Maximum Height | 60 m |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Sumatra and Borneo |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Native to Singapore (Endangered (EN)) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Cultural / Religious: Heritage Tree: There is currently one individual of Rubroshorea pauciflora listed as Heritage Tree in Singapore. To find out more about this tree, please visit the Heritage Tree Register. |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate to Slow |
References
| References | Ashton, P.S. & Heckenhauer, J. (2022). Tribe Shoreae (Dipterocarpaceae subfamily Dipterocarpoideae) finally dissected. Kew Bull. 77: 885–903. |
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Others
| Master ID | 30411 |
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| Species ID | 4720 |
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