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Katiput  PRODUCT NAME

Maesa cimingii Mez.   SCIENTIFIC NAME

Common Name: Katiput 
Local Name: Hanopol (Tayabas); Katiput (Rizal); Malalapi (Zambales); Suliman (Bulacan). 
Family: Myrsinaceae 
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Product Description: A vine. The leaves are alternate, smooth, rounded at the base, pointed at the tip, and from 6-12cm long. The flowers occur in considerable numbers on long flowering s hoots. The fruits are small and rounded. 
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DISTRIBUTION

Countries Found: Philippines 
Description: This species is widely distributed in the Philippines 

USES AND PARTS USED

Parts Used: other 
Uses: This vine is used for tying purposes
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Partners: Bureau of Forestry, Philippines

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