The specific epithet longipedicellata means 'long pedicel', referring to the flower.

[3] Payena longipedicellata grows up to 30 metres (100 ft) tall with a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm (24 in).

[3] Payena longipedicellata is native to Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo.

[3] Payena longipedicellata has been assessed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

The species is present in Peninsular Malaysia's Taman Negara national park, which affords a level of protection here.