Arthrophyllum papyraceum

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Arthrophyllum papyraceum

Description

Shrub, rufous-tomentose on the young parts. Leaves alternate, imparipinnate; Inflorescence a terminal compound umbel; Petals 5, c. 2 mm long in bud. Stamens 5, anthers curved. Ovary turbinate, glabrous, obscurely ribbed. Fruit unknown.

Distribution

Asia-Tropical, E. Sumatra present, East Coast Res. near Aek Sordang present
Malesia: E. Sumatra (East Coast Res. near Aek Sordang), one collection.

Notes

Known from a single collection (with no duplicates) this species resembles 12. A. maingayi in its simple inflorescence, and the few pinnae of its foliage leaves. However, the large size of the leaflets precludes its inclusion in that species.