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Bualtik PRODUCT NAME

Lonicera philippinensis Merr. SCIENTIFIC NAME

Common Name: Bualtik
Local Name: Bualtik (Benguet)
Family: Caprifoliaceae
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Product Description: The leaves are opposite, pointed at the tip, rounded at the base, and from 3.5-5cm in length. The flowers are white, occur in axillary or terminal clusters, and are about 2cm in length. The fruit is a small, black, fleshy berry.
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DISTRIBUTION

Countries Found: Philippines
Description: This species has been reported only from Benguet

USES AND PARTS USED

Parts Used: other
Uses: This vine is used entire in Benguet for tying fence
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Partners: Bureau of Forestry, Philippines

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