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Lance-leaf Salago  PRODUCT NAME

Wikstromia lanceolata Merr.   SCIENTIFIC NAME

Common Name: Lance-leaf Salago 
Local Name: Salagip (Batangas): Salago (Abra, Tayabas): Tuka (Ilocos Sur). 
Family: Thymelaeaceae 
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Product Description: A shrub reaching a height of 1-2 meters. The leaves are opposite, smooth, pointed at both ends, and 4-8cm in length. The flowers are small, light colored, and borne in small clusters. The fruits are red and less than a centimeter long. 
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Countries Found: Philippines 
Description: This species is found in northern and central Luzon 

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Partners: Bureau of Forestry, Philippines

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