Madhuca barbata
# Madhuca barbata

Madhuca barbata is a plant in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet barbata means "bearded", referring to the sepals.

## Description

Madhuca barbata grows as a small tree. Inflorescences bear up to 12 flowers.

## Distribution and habitat

Madhuca barbata is endemic to Borneo. Its habitat is peat swamp and mixed dipterocarp forests to 300 m (1,000 ft) altitude.

## Conservation

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

