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Kamagong

Posted on March 3, 2023

Diospyros philippinensis is an indigenous slow-growing Philippine tree which is already considered a critically endangered species. It grows well with full sunlight and moderate watering. It has edible fruits which […]

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Kamachile

Posted on March 3, 2023

Pithecellobium dulce is an indigenous Philippine tree growing up to 15 meters tall. It grows well with full sunlight and moderate watering. Its leaves can be boiled and used for […]

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Kalumpit

Posted on March 3, 2023

Terminalia microcarpa is a large indigenous Philippine tree which grows to about 30 meters high. Its fleshy fruit is edible and commonly used to make jam, preserves, wine and lambanog.

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Kalimatas

Posted on March 3, 2023

Phaeanthus ebracteolatus is a small indigenous Philippine tree which grows up to 15 meters in height. Extracted liquid from this plant can be used for lowering blood pressure and relaxing […]

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Is-is

Posted on March 3, 2023

Ficus ulmifolia is an endemic indigenous tree in the Philippines. It thrives well with full sunlight and its flowers are in bloom all year round. It has rough leaves that […]

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Ipil-ipil

Posted on March 3, 2023

Leucaena leucocephala is a small shrubby indigenous tree with a relatively short lifespan of 20-40 years. It prefers full sunlight and little to moderate water. It is typically used as […]

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Ipil

Posted on March 3, 2023

Intsia bijuga is an indigenous and endangered tree in the Philippines. It grows well with partial to full sunlight exposure and is drought-tolerant. Its wood is considered a valuable timber […]

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Ilang-ilang

Posted on March 3, 2023

Cananga odorata is a fast-growing indigenous tree with fragrant showy flowers. It can grow up to 15 meters high and thrives well with full sunlight. Its flowers are being used […]

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Hauili

Posted on March 3, 2023

Ficus septica is a medium-sized indigenous tree found in the Philippines that can grow to about 25 meters tall. Its latex can be used for medicinal purposes. The plant species […]

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Hagakhak 

Posted on March 3, 2023

Dipterocarpus validus is an indigenous tree which is a commercial source for timber. Its timber is used for construction and furniture-making purposes. Furthermore, its oil can be used for medicinal […]

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Indigenous Forest Trees