Non-Timber Forest Products Exchange Programme

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Benglareng PRODUCT NAME

Grewia bilamellata Gagnep. SCIENTIFIC NAME

Common Name: Benglareng
Local Name: Benglareng (Iloko, Itneg); Dongrareng (Iloko); Durareng (Abra).
Family: Tiliaceae
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Product Description: The rope is said to be durable during the dry season, but to deteriorate rapidly during wet weather
NTFP Classification: Crafts and furniture making

DISTRIBUTION

Countries Found: Philippines
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USES AND PARTS USED

Parts Used: bark, bast
Uses: The bark is used for making a rope of slight strength.
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Market Information:
Partners: Bureau of Forestry, Philippines

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