Baccaurea motleyana

Baccaurea motleyana

Baccaurea motleyana
familia	Phyllanthaceae
genus	Baccaurea
subfamilia	{{{subfamilia}}}
species	B. motleyana
binomial	Baccaurea motleyana
binomial_authority	Müll.Arg.
unranked_ordo	Rosids
unranked_classis	Eudicots
ordo	Malpighiales
regnum	Plantae

Baccaurea motleyana is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is commonly known as the Motley's Baccaurea. This plant is native to Southeast Asia, specifically found in countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand.

Description

Baccaurea motleyana is a medium-sized tree that can reach a height of up to 20 meters. It has a straight trunk and a dense crown of foliage. The leaves are alternate, simple, and elliptical in shape, with a glossy dark green color. The flowers are small and inconspicuous, arranged in clusters. The fruit is a round berry, approximately 2-3 centimeters in diameter, with a reddish-purple color when ripe.

Habitat and Distribution

Baccaurea motleyana is commonly found in lowland rainforests and swampy areas. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate both shady and sunny conditions. This species is native to Southeast Asia, specifically found in Malaysia, Indonesia (Sumatra, Borneo), and Thailand.

Uses

The fruit of Baccaurea motleyana is edible and is often consumed locally. It has a sweet and sour taste, similar to that of a grape. The fruit can be eaten fresh or used in various culinary preparations, such as jams, jellies, and desserts. In addition to its culinary uses, the plant also has traditional medicinal properties. The bark and leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including diarrhea, fever, and skin infections.

Conservation

Baccaurea motleyana is not currently listed as a threatened species. However, like many other plant species in Southeast Asia, it faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and land conversion for agriculture. Conservation efforts are important to ensure the long-term survival of this species and its natural habitat.