Durio lanceolatus is a tree in the family Malvaceae. It grows up to tall.

Distribution and habitat

Durio lanceolatus is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forests, at altitudes to around .

Durio lanceolatus

Uses

Durio lanceolatus is a source of durian timber, used in construction and furniture. The fruit of this species is not considered edible.

Durio lanceolatus

Conservation

Durio lanceolatus has been assessed as near threatened on the IUCN Red List. The species is threatened by logging for its timber and conversion of forests for agricultural uses. Such conversions have increased the risk of fires. Mining is a threat in Kalimantan. Durio lanceolatus is found in protected areas including Gunung Mulu National Park and Gunung Gading National Park.

Durio lanceolatus

References

lanceolatus

Endemic flora of Borneo

Plants described in 1875