Kokoona ovatolanceolata

Kokoona ovatolanceolata is a tree in the family Celastraceae. The specific epithet ovatolanceolata means 'egg-shaped tapering to the ends', referring to the shape of the leaves.

Description
Kokoona ovatolanceolata grows up to 36 m tall. Its bark is scaly to smooth. The leaves are elliptic or ovate to ovate-lanceolate and measure up to 11.5 cm long. The are in  and feature yellow flowers. The fruits are oblong and measure up to 17 cm long.

Distribution and habitat
Kokoona ovatolanceolata is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is in swamp forests at low elevations. This habitat is at risk from deforestation, plantations and urbanisation.

Uses
Kokoona ovatolanceolata is harvested for its timber and its bark. The durable timber is used in both outdoor and heavy furniture construction. The bark is used as kindling and provides a readily flammable oil.