Dipterocarpus stellatus

Dipterocarpus stellatus is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae. The specific epithet stellatus means 'star-like', referring to its trichomes.

Description
Dipterocarpus stellatus grows as a tree up to 65 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. The bark is pinkish brown. Its fruits are spiraled, up to 5 cm long.

Distribution and habitat
Dipterocarpus stellatus is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forest to 800 m elevation.

Conservation
Dipterocarpus stellatus has been assessed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. The species is threatened by land conversion to plantations for agriculture and by logging roads. Mining is considered a threat to the species in Kalimantan.