Vatica compressa is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae, native to Borneo.

The species was described by Peter Shaw Ashton in 1967. The specific epithet compressa means "compressed", referring to the twig when young.

Description

Vatica compressa grows up to tall, with a trunk diameter of up to . Its coriaceous leaves are elliptic to ovate and measure up to long. The inflorescencess bear cream flowers.

Distribution and habitat

Vatica compressa is endemic to Borneo, where it is confined to Sarawak. Its habitat is kerangas or mixed dipterocarp forest, at elevations to .

Conservation

Vatica compressa has been assessed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by habitat loss and logging for its timber.

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