The Philippine Islands is blessed with a very high biodiversity. Trees alone comprise about 3500 species. Just to research on a species a day would take about a decade to finish all of just the trees. Then there are still the shrubs, herbs, ferns etc. Here at Philippinature we hope to introduce you to some plants and trees, including the Philippines endangered plants living in its remaining forest cover.
If you’ve ever sliced open a balimbing fruit and marveled at the star-shaped cross-section, you’re not alone. Known for its unique appearance and refreshing flavor, balimbing (also called starfruit or carambola) is a tropical...
In the vibrant gardens and backyards of tropical countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia, a humble green fruit often dangles from tree trunks or branches like clustered jewels. This sour, finger-like fruit is...
Tucked away in the bustling markets and backyard orchards of Southeast Asia lies an underrated tropical treasure: the Santol fruit. Known scientifically as Sandoricum koetjape, Santol may not have the international fame of mangoes...
In the heart of the tropics, where the sun generously kisses the earth and the breeze whispers through the palms, stands a symbol of resilience, abundance, and tradition—the coconut tree. In the Philippines, this...
If you’ve ever wandered through a tropical fruit market in Southeast Asia, you may have stumbled upon small clusters of pale, round fruits with thin leathery skin and a distinct sweet aroma. Meet lanzones...
Deep within the forests of Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines, looms a tree that has captured the imaginations of generations — the Balete tree. Known for its dramatic, twisted roots and haunting silhouette,...
In a world increasingly turning to natural remedies, Lagundi (scientific name: Vitex negundo) has held its ground as one of the Philippines most trusted herbal medicines. Widely used across Southeast Asia, Lagundi is a...
Philippine Trees — The Philippines is one of the world’s richest countries in terms of biodiversity, and its forests — particularly its native trees — are central to that ecological wealth. From towering dipterocarps...
When you walk along the coastlines of the Philippines or other tropical parts of Southeast Asia, you may spot a tall, graceful tree swaying in the salty breeze—its needle-like leaves rustling softly like pine...
When you think of vibrant colors in nature, your mind might immediately go to sunsets, coral reefs, or blooming flowers. However, there’s one particularly stunning natural wonder that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: the...
