BAGUILUMBANG

Reutealis trisperma (Blanco) Airy Shaw

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Other name: Balukanag (Bis., Ilk. Tag.)

Description: Reutealis trisperma is an evergreen tree with a dense crown. It can grow up to 15 meters high. Found in  low to medium elevations. It is native to the Philippines observed in most in the island of Luzon  Negros and Mindanao.

Uses: Oil is reportedly used as a topical treatment for parasitic skin diseases, burns, scalds, and wounds. The seedcake residue after the extraction of oil can be used as fertilizer.