Palosapis (Anisoptera thurifera)

One of the few Diptero species that is added in my native tree collection is this Palosapis

(Anisoptera thurifera). This will be the 21st Dipterocarpus species in the sanctum. 

Anisoptera thurifera is a large-sized tree reaching a height of 40-45 m and a diameter of 140-180 cm. Bole is straight, regular and unbuttressed. Wood is used for a variety of construction: shipbuilding, crates, flooring, oars, joinery, turnery, and manufacture of spools, barrels and baseball bats. 

Tree yields a resin called "Palosapis oil." It is used as illuminant, for varnishing and for caulking boats. Seeds are edible; eaten raw or roasted. 💕🌱🌳

Check BORIS PRIVATE SANCTUM for more rare Dipterocarpus species.