Family: Dipterocarpaceae
Other name: duyong (Ilk.) lauan-puti (Tag.), apis-apis (N. Ecija)
Uses: The trunk is the source of a resinous oil known as 'Palosapis oil' used as an illuminant for varnishing, and for caulking boats. Wood used for flooring, boxes and crates, interior paneling, joinery, turnery and veneer.