Geological history and geographical affinity
The species diversity and pattern of geographical distribution of present-day Malaysian flora have their roots in the geological history of the region. Fossil records strongly suggest that many species of Malaysian flora first appeared as long ago as 60–70 million years. Located at the heart of the western part of the Malay Archipelago, Malaysia also has a unique flora that displays both differences and affinities to those of continental Asia and Australia.
- Information in the full article includes
- Geological history
- Living fossils
- Regional affinities and differences
- Floristic variation within Malaysia
