Botanical Profile
Eusideroxylon zwageri is a tropical evergreen hardwood tree in the Lauraceae family, famous for its extremely durable timber.
Scientific Name
Eusideroxylon zwageri Teijsm. & Binn. (commonly known as Bornean Ironwood)
Local Name
Ulin, Belian, Bornean Ironwood
Native Habitat
Native to Borneo and Sumatra. It grows in humid tropical rainforests with high rainfall, warm temperatures, and well-draining soils.
Germination Difficulty
Difficult — seeds germinate slowly and require fresh sowing, high humidity, and stable warmth.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 2–6 months under tropical conditions.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, fertile well-draining soil, high humidity, and temperatures between 24–32°C. Young seedlings require regular moisture and protection from extreme dryness.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its rare conservation status, extremely hard timber, and importance in tropical forestry collections.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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