Vatica odorata is a tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae. The specific epithet odorata means 'scented', referring to the flowers.
Description Vatica odorata grows as a canopy tree up to tall, with a trunk diameter of up to . The twigs are often flaky. The leathery leaves are ovate to elliptic and measure up to long.
Distribution and habitat Vatica odorata is native to an area from northeastern India to Indochina and south to Malesia (Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia, and the Philippines). Its habitat is mixed dipterocarp forests, to elevations of .
Subspecies Plants of the World Online recognises the following subspecies: Vatica odorata subsp. brevipetiolata – Vietnam Vatica odorata subsp. mindanensis – Borneo, Philippines Vatica odorata subsp. odorata
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