Mastixia tetrandra
Image: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (cc0)
NameMastixia tetrandra
Scientific NameMastixia tetrandra (Wight ex Thwaites) C.B.Clarke
Plant FamilyCornaceae
Natural HabitatNative to mountainous regions of Myanmar (Burma), specifically found in the buffer zone of Hkakaborazi National Park in Kachin State, Putao District, at an elevation of 1821 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
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Cultivation NotesThis tree species thrives in high-altitude, forested environments, as indicated by its natural habitat in mountainous Myanmar. It grows to a significant height and requires conditions typical of a sub-tropical or tropical montane forest.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This specimen of Mastixia tetrandra is a tree, recorded at 10 meters tall with a 15 cm diameter at breast height. It features ovate to elliptic leaves and small, ovoid fruits that are green and speckled with lighter spots.
