noun
- a tree of the family Dipterocarpaceae, typically found in tropical rainforests and valued for timber
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The dipterocarp forests of Southeast Asia are among the world’s most biodiverse ecosystems.
- Many dipterocarp species produce valuable hardwood timber.
- The towering dipterocarp dominated the rainforest canopy.
- Conservation efforts focus on protecting dipterocarp habitats from deforestation.
- Scientists study dipterocarp seeds to understand forest regeneration.
- The dipterocarp’s winged fruits help with seed dispersal.