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Chisocheton medusae

Chisocheton medusae is a tree in the family Meliaceae. The specific epithet ' refers to the mythological Medusa and alludes to the shape of the flower petals.

Description

The tree grows up to tall with a trunk diameter of up to . The bark is black. The flowers are white. The fruits are golden-brown, up to in diameter.

Distribution and habitat

Chisocheton medusae is endemic to Borneo. The habitat is lowland rain forests from sea-level to altitude.

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