24 Shades of Trees

24 SHADES OF TREES a field guide NINOY AQUINO PARKS AND WILDLIFE CENTER

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CONSERVATION STATUS CR EN VU NT critically endangered vulnerable not threatened endangered endemic species are species that grow or exist in a certain place or region only native species are species that are grown, produced, or originates in a particular place or vicinity ENDEMICITY introduced species are species that are only brought into a place through natural and human intervention

AFRICAN TULIP From the Bignonia Family African Tulip is also Scientific Name (Bignoniaceae) known as the fountain Spathodea campunalata tree because of the water sealed in the flower buds, and if you were to slice it open, it would squirt out like a fountain. . NT TREE N0. 163 AURI TREE From the Legume Family Acacia produces fragrant Scientific Name (Fabaceae) flowers with large of Acacia auriculiformis long stamens that are responsible for the fuzzy appearance of the flowers. It is used in perfumes and cosmetics. NT TREE NO. 153

ALAGAO TREE Scientific Name In the Philippines, From the Mint Family Premna odorata sugared decoction of (Lamiaceae) it’s leaves with a little \"calamansi\" as tea helps loosen up phlegm and effective for coughs. NT TREE N0. 148 BANABA TREE Scientific Name Proponents claim From the Lythraceae Lagerstroemia speciosa that banaba can Family promote weight loss and treat a wide range of health problems. NT TREE N0. 193

BIGNAY TREE From the Phyllanthaceae The bark has toxic alka- Scientific Name Family loid which is poisonous. Antidesma bunius regnant women should not eat the fruit be- cause it could cause abortions. It is also used to make wine, jams and sauces. . NT TREE N0. 167 CAMACHILE From the Bean Family It was introduced to Scientific Name (Fabaceae) the Philippines Pithecellobium dulce during the Spanish times and has spread throughout the Pacific. NT TREE NO. 149

EUCALYPTUS Scientific Name Eucalyptus leaves and From the Myrtaceae Eucalyptus camaldulensis oil have been used for Family generations as a cure- all for respiratory issues, particularly in removing catarrh from the respiratory tracts. NT TREE N0.194 FIRE TREE Scientific Name A multipurpose tree, From the Legume Family Delonix regia it is harvested from (Fabaceae) the wild for a wide range of local uses, including for medi- cines, food, timber, fuel and beads. NT TREE NO. 172

HAWILI TREE From the Moraceae Stem bark material of Scientific Name Family this Ficus septica was Ficus septica active against tumor cell cultures. The main alkaloids are tylocre- brine and tylophorine. NT TREE N0. 165 KALACHUCHI From the Periwinkle It was introduced to Scientific Name Family (Apocynaceae) the Philippines Plumiera acuminata during the Spanish times and has spread throughout the Pacific. NT TREE NO. 149

KAPOK TREE Scientific Name Kapok tree opens its From the Bombaceae Ceiba pentandra flowers during the Family night. Flowers emit un- pleasant smell which attracts bats, main pollinators of this species. NT TREE N0.168 MAHOGANY Scientific Name Fruit of mahogany is From the Meliaceae Swietenia macrophylla large, pear-shaped Family capsule. Filled with up to 71 seed. It can be used to improve blood circulation. NT TREE NO. 170

MANGO TREE From the Anacardiaceae The flowers of a mango Scientific Name Family tree are small and white Mangifera indica with five petals, and the fruit takes between 3-6 months to ripen. Man- goes are introduced species but are now naturalized. NT TREE N0. 186 MOLAVE TREE From the Mint Family The name “molave” is Scientific Name (Lamiaceae) from Spanish, derived Vitex parviflora from Tagalog mulawin. EN TREE N0. 161

NARRA TREE Scientific Name The flower of Narra is From the Legume Family Pterocarpus indicus used as a honey source (Fabaceae) while leaf infusions are used as shampoos. Both flowers and leaves were said to be eaten. VU TREE N0. 158 NEEM TREE Scientific Name Its smell keeps From the Meliaceae Azadirachta indica insects away and its Family leaves purify blood and are used to remedy a wide range of ailments. NT TREE NO. 166

PALO SANTO From the Burseraceae Spanish monks discov- Scientific Name Family ered the wood and Bursera graveolens experienced its ability to cleanse and heal. They named it palo santo, meaning “holy wood” or “the wood of the saints” NT TREE N0. 152 RAIN TREE From the Legume Family The tropical rain Scientific Name (Fabaceae) tree (Samanea saman) Samanea saman grows up to 200 feet in height with a crown that spreads to a width of 240 feet. leaves. NT TREE NO. 171

SIAR TREE Scientific Name The wood has a wide From the Legume Family Peltophorum pteocarpum variety of uses, (Fabaceae) including cabinet- making and the foliage is used as a fodder crop. NT TREE N0. 156 STAR APPLE Scientific Name Star apple has an From the Sapotaceae Chrysophyllum cainito acidic taste and is Family mostly liked by wom- en during pregnancy because it helps in preventing the urge to vomit. NT TREE NO. 191

TEAK TREE From the Mint Family Teak is used in tradi- Scientific Name (Lamiaceae) tional Southeast Asian Tectona grandis medicine for its astrin- gent and diuretic prop- erties, which assist in reducing swelling; it’s also used traditionally to treat diabetes. NT TREE N0. 151 TOOG TREE From the Lecythidaceae Did you know that Scientific Name Family Toog seeds are Petersianthus quadrialatus edible and tastes like peanuts. NT TREE N0. 107

YELLOW BELL Scientific Name The yellow elder (yellow From the Lecythidaceae Tecoma stans bell) is the national Family flower of the Bahamas. It is widely distributed in cultivation, although scarcely naturalized in the Philippines. NT TREE N0.155 YEMANE TREE Scientific Name Yemane is a medicinal From the Mint Family Gmelina arborea tree; its roots, stem, (Lamiaceae) stem bark, fruits, leaves and flowers are all used for medicinal purpose in India since ancient times. NT TREE NO. 146