Vatica rotata

Vatica rotata is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae, native to Borneo. The specific epithet rotata means "wheel-like", referring to the lobes of the fruit calyx.

Description
Vatica rotata grows as a small tree, with a trunk diameter of about 10 cm. Its coriaceous leaves are elliptic to ovate and measure up to 10 cm long. The inflorescences bear cream flowers.

Distribution and habitat
Vatica rotata is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is lowland heath forests and mixed dipterocarp forests, at elevations to 200 m.

Conservation
Vatica rotata has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened mainly by agricultural encroachment on the species' habitat.