Maclurodendron pubescens is widespread in the lowlands and foothills of Sabah. It was recorded from
Sandakan District, where it is common in the Leila and Kabili Sepilok forest reserves, and in Tenom, Ranau, Beluran, Kinabatangan, and Lahad Datu. It grows on ridges and hillsides in well-drained primary
lowland rain forests and in open disturbed areas from near sea-level to 1,000 metres elevation. ==References==