Forestry experts and traditional healers alike value the Alagaw tree for its remarkable versatility and healing properties. This unassuming yet powerful native plant has been an integral part of traditional Philippine medicine for centuries, offering remedies for various ailments from respiratory conditions to skin disorders. Despite its significance in indigenous healthcare systems, the Alagaw remains relatively unknown outside traditional medicine circles and local communities where it naturally grows. As interest in sustainable forestry and natural remedies continues to grow globally, this modest tree deserves greater recognition for its ecological contributions and therapeutic potential. The Alagaw tree in the Philippines thrives…
