Campnosperma auriculatum (Blume) Hook.f.
| Etymology | Genus | From Greek, Kamptein=to bend, sperma=seed; referring to the shape of the seed |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Shaped like an ear, referring to the lopes at the petiole end | |
| Family | Anacardiaceae | |
| Synonyms | Buchanania auriculata Blume | |
| Common Names | Terentang, Serentang | |
| Status | Native: Least Concern | |
| Form | Tree | |
| Native Distribution | Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Sulawesi, Sumatra, Thailand | |
Diagnostics:
Large tree to about 30m. It is a common secondary native forest tree with large leaves arranged in a rosette. It can be easily identified from the distinct lobes on each side of the leaf base. The stem and branches have persistent leaf scars.
Tree along Mandai Track 7 (2026).
Large leaves arranged in a rosette.
Leaf scars along the branch and the "ears" at the petiole ends.
Dried leaf.
"Ears" at the petiole end.
Stem, note the leaf scars.
Author: Siyang
Posted: 2026-02-22
Posted: 2026-02-22
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