Pedada Tree

Pedada Tree Pedada (Sonneratia caseolaris (L.) Engl.) Pedada is a mangrove tree species that grows up to 20 meters. The base of its trunk is surrounded by pencil-like pneumatophores (vertical roots arising from shallow, horizontal roots). It is usually found along the upper stretches of tidal streams. Mangroves, like Pedada, support rich biodiversity and serve … Read more

Begonia titoevangelistae

Begonia titoevangelistae Do you know that you can name a plant after someone? Let’s look at Begonia titoevangelistae, a plant species named after a curator from the National Museum of the Philippines. Begonia titoevangelistae is an endemic and critically endangered plant from Catanduanes. The name Begonia titoevangelistae is a scientific name. It is a formal … Read more

Guano

Guano (Tae ng Paniki) or (Bat Droppings) In celebration of the International Bat Day, April 17, today’s Dignayan Biyernes features a mineral deposit made from the poop of bats — the guano. Guano, commonly known as bat and seabird feces is considered a mineral deposit. It is rich in phosphates and nitrogen, with a little … Read more

Sipa

Sipa Summer is here! Why not take a break from the internet and sweat away from the heat, while safely playing traditional games with your family at home? For this Museum From Home series, the National Museum of the Philippines features Larong Pinoy which has become a symbol of our cultural heritage and pride. “Laro” … Read more

Kamansi

Kamansi 2 Popular Kamansi Dish Tinunuang Kamansi Nilung-ag nga Liso sa Kamansi April is Filipino Food Month! For this month’s Tropical Thursday series, National Museum of Bohol we will feature delectable plant-based Filipino food source. Let’s start off with the Breadnut (Artocarpus camansi) commonly called Kamansi. The kamansi belongs to the genus Artocarpus, which comes … Read more