Xanthophyllum reflexum

Description

Xanthophyllum reflexum is a tree in the family Polygalaceae.The specific epithet reflexum is from the Latin meaning "bent backwards",referring to the flower petals.Xanthophyllum reflexum grows up to 16 metres (50 ft) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 20 centimetres (10 in).The smooth bark is whitish brown or greenish yellow.The flowers are yellowish white,drying dark red.