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Semecarpus angulatus

Semecarpus angulatus is a flowering plant in the family Anacardiaceae. It is native to Borneo.

Description
Semecarpus angulatus grows as a tree up to tall, with a stem diameter of up to . It has brown to grey twigs. The leathery leaves are lanceolate and measure up to long and to wide. The are in clusters and measure up to long. ==Taxonomy==
Taxonomy
Semecarpus angulatus was described by Malaysian botanist Kizhakkedathu Mathai Kochummen in Sandakania in 1996. The type specimen was collected in Kalabakan District, Borneo. The specific epithet angulatus means 'angular', referring to the axes of the . ==Distribution and habitat==
Distribution and habitat
Semecarpus angulatus is endemic to Borneo, where it is known only from Kalabakan District of Sabah. Its habitat is in lowland dipterocarp forests, at elevations of . ==Conservation==
Conservation
Semecarpus angulatus has been assessed as critically endangered (possibly extinct) on the IUCN Red List. Much of its habitat has been converted to palm oil plantations. It is not known to be present in any protected areas. ==References==
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