Madhuca pallida
# Madhuca pallida

Madhuca pallida is a tree in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet pallida means "pale in colour", referring to the leaves.

## Description

Madhuca pallida grows up to 16 metres (50 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm (12 in). The bark is dark brown. Inflorescences bear up to eight bright yellowish-green flowers.

## Distribution and habitat

Madhuca pallida is native to Sumatra and Borneo. Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forest to 1,800 m (6,000 ft) altitude.

## Conservation

Madhuca pallida has been assessed as near threatened on the IUCN Red List. The species is threatened by logging and conversion of land for palm oil plantations.

