13/07/2026
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Common names: Palo Marรญa, Bitaog, Alexandrian laurel, Tamรกnu tree
Family: Calophyllaceae
Native range: Southeast Asia, Pacific islands, coastal tropics
Growth habit: Medium to large evergreen tree (8โ20+ meters)
Key Characteristics
Leaves: Thick, glossy, dark green with distinct parallel veins
Flowers: Small, white, fragrant (jasmine-like scent)
Fruits: Round green drupes containing oil-rich seeds
Habitat: Thrives in coastal areas, tolerates salt spray and poor soils; can grow in forests
Uses & Value
1. Medicinal / Oil (Tamรกnu Oil)
Seeds produce Tamรกnu oil, prized for:
Wound healing
Antibacterial & anti-inflammatory effects
Skin regeneration (used in cosmetics & dermatology)
Strong potential for your ANOC / Ethereal Scent wellness line
2. Timber
Durable hardwood used for:
Boat building
Furniture
Construction
Resistant to termites and decay
3. Fragrance & Perfumery
Flowers have a soft floral, slightly creamy scent
Oil has a nutty, green, slightly earthy aroma
Can be positioned as a base/fixative note in niche perfumery
4. Agroforestry Role
Excellent coastal protection tree
Windbreak + erosion control
Integrates well into CAPI agroforestry estates
Supports biodiversity
Growth Timeline
Flowering: ~3โ5 years after planting
Fruit production: ~5โ7 years
Full maturity: 10โ15+ years
Available: 5 PIECES ONLY!
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