Sindora tonkinensis is a slow-growing, deciduous tree reaching a height of 15 metres or more[
The tree produces one of the most valuable timbers in Vietnam. It is widely harvested from the wild[
The tree has been overexploited in the wild for its timber and is becoming increasingly scarce. It is classified as 'Data Deficient' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species(1998)[
Southeast Asia - Cambodia, Vietnam.
Sparsely, but widely distributed in the remaining areas of primary and slightly disturbed forest in Vietnam[
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We have no specific information for this species, but the wood oil obtained from various species in this genus can be used to treat skin diseases[
We have no specific information for this species, but a resinous wood oil can be obtained from the trunk of the tree. The oil is obtained by making V-cuts in the trunk and up to 10 litres of oil can be obtained from the most productive species. All of the oils have similar properties - they consist of a mixture of sesquiterpenes that are non-drying, limpid, light yellow in colour, homogenous and pleasantly fragrant. The oil serves diverse uses, in perfumes, paints, varnishes, for illumination etc[
A valuable wood is obtained from the tree[
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