Semecarpus lineatus

Semecarpus lineatus
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Sapindales
Family: Anacardiaceae
Genus: Semecarpus
Species:
S. lineatus
Binomial name
Semecarpus lineatus

Semecarpus lineatus is a flowering plant in the family Anacardiaceae. It is native to Borneo.

Description

Semecarpus lineatus grows as a tree up to 5 m (20 ft) tall, with a stem diameter of up to 10 cm (4 in). The twigs are furrowed. The leaves measure up to 43 cm (17 in) long and to 2 cm (0.8 in) wide. The inflorescences, in panicles, feature green flowers.

Taxonomy

Semecarpus lineatus was described by Indonesian botanist André Kostermans in Blumea in 1988. The type specimen was collected in Lahad Datu in Sabah, Borneo. The specific epithet lineatus means 'with fine lines', referring to the twigs.

Distribution and habitat

Semecarpus lineatus is endemic to Borneo, where it is confined to Mount Silam and the Danum Valley in Sabah. Its habitat is in hill forests, at elevations of 30–600 m (100–2,000 ft).

Conservation

Semecarpus lineatus has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by forest fires and by conversion of its habitat for agriculture. However the species is present in two protected areas: Sungai Taliwas and Sapagaya Forest Reserves.

References

  1. 1 2 3 Hoo, P.K.; Khoo, E.; Maryani, A.; Maycock, C.R.; Nilus, R.; Pereira, J.T.; Sugau, J & Tsen, S. (2019). "Semecarpus lineatus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2019 e.T136619667A136620035. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2019-2.RLTS.T136619667A136620035.en. Retrieved 4 July 2026.
  2. 1 2 "Semecarpus lineatus Kosterm". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 4 July 2026.
  3. 1 2 3 Kochummen, K. M. (1996). "Semecarpus L.f.". In Soepadmo, E.; Wong, K. M.; Saw, L. G. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. Vol. 2. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. p. 81–82. ISBN 983-9592-56-4.