Vatica chartacea

Vatica chartacea is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae, native to Borneo. The specific epithet chartacea means "papery", referring to the leaves.

Description
Vatica chartacea grows as a medium-sized tree. Its chartaceous leaves are oblong to obovate and measure up to 25 cm long. The inflorescences bear cream flowers.

Distribution and habitat
Vatica chartacea is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forests on lowland hills, in wet areas and by rivers.

Conservation
Vatica chartacea has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by land conversion for plantations and by logging for its timber.