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Isarog Shrew-Rat We can only find this rat in one mountain in the Philippines! Mt. Isarog of Camarines Sur province is one of the Bicol Region’s highest mountains, rising to 6,450 ft, is known for its very own mossy forest and verdant crater. Aside from this, it has a rich biodiversity with lots of animal … Read more

Bangkal Tree Philippines Bangkal Tree (Nauclea orientalis (L.) L.) Bangkal is a medium to large tree which grows up to 35 meters tall. Cultivated for ornamental purposes, the tree is usually found in secondary forests at low to medium altitudes. The tree is valued mainly for its wood which is traded commercially but also harvested … Read more

Banaba Tree (Lagerstroemia speciosa (L.) Pers.) Banaba is a medium-sized tree that usually grows up to 30 meters. It is commonly found in secondary forests at low to medium altitudes, grassland, and along rivers. Aside from being cultivated for ornamental purposes, Banaba is also being cultivated for medicinal purposes. It is being used to manage … Read more

Baguilumbang Tree (Reutealis trisperma (Blanco) Airy Shaw) Baguilumbang, also known as “Philippine Tung,” grows to a height of 10 to 15 meters. Endemic to the Philippines, it is widely scattered in forests at low and medium altitudes. The fruit is somewhat rounded and angled, and inside are three cells, each containing a single seed. The … Read more