tetramerista

Tetramerista is a genus of flowering plants in the family Tetrameristaceae. This genus contains a single species, Tetramerista glabra. Tetramerista glabra is native to Southeast Asia, specifically found in Borneo and Sumatra. It is a tree that can grow to be quite large, reaching heights of up to 40 meters. The leaves of Tetramerista glabra are simple, alternate, and leathery, with a smooth margin. The flowers are small and inconspicuous, typically greenish-white in color. They are borne in axillary or terminal inflorescences. The fruit is a drupe, which is fleshy and contains a single seed. Tetramerista glabra is often found in lowland dipterocarp forests and also in peat swamp forests. The wood of Tetramerista glabra is described as moderately hard and durable, and it has been used locally for construction and timber. The tree plays a role in its ecosystem, providing habitat and resources for various wildlife. Information on its reproductive biology and specific ecological interactions is still being studied. The conservation status of Tetramerista glabra is not extensively documented, but like many tree species in its native range, it may be subject to pressures from deforestation and habitat loss.