Trema tomentosum (Roxb.) H.Hara
| Etymology | Genus | From Greek, Trema, meaning hole or aperture; referring to the pitted stone in the fruit |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Hairy | |
| Family | Cannabaceae | |
| Synonyms | Celtis tomentosa Roxb. | |
| Common Names | Poison Peach | |
| Status | Native: Vulnerable | |
| Form | Small tree | |
| Native Distribution | China, Indian subcontinent, Indochina, Malesia, Australasia | |
Diagnostics
A common small tree in our secondary forests up to 10m. The leaves have prominent raised tertiary veins from the underside. The petiole and mid-vein are sometimes reddish. The leaf margins are minutely serrated. The leaf is cordate at the base and tapers to a tip. The leaves and young branches are covered in hairs.
A tree along Old Upper Thomson Road.
Branch.
Trunk.
Flowering branch.
Siyang ·
2025-08-09 / Modified: 2026-02-18