The specific epithet ochracea means 'yellow-brown', referring to the flowers.

[2] Kokoona ochracea grows up to 30 metres (100 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 50 cm (20 in).

The leaves are lanceolate or ovate or elliptic and measure up to 13.5 cm (5 in) long.

[2] Kokoona ochracea is native to Peninsular Malaysia, Borneo and Palawan.

The durable timber is used in both outdoor and heavy furniture construction.