The specific epithet reflexa means 'recurved', referring to the tip of the leaf.

[2] Kokoona reflexa grows up to 30 metres (100 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 150 cm (60 in).

The leaves are lanceolate to elliptic and measure up to 11 cm (4 in) long.

[2] Kokoona reflexa is native to Peninsular Malaysia, Borneo and Sumatra.

[2] Its habitat is in mixed dipterocarp forests,[2] in hilly areas and along rivers.