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Alagaw Tree Description, Uses, and Benefits

Alagaw Tree Description, Uses, and Benefits

Agroforestry, Medicinal Plants
The Alagaw tree is a fascinating plant used for various purposes across the Philippines and Southeast Asia. From traditional medicine to cooking ingredients, this versatile tree has gained popularity among locals due to its exceptional benefits. In this blog post, we'll look at what makes the Alagaw tree unique - from its physical features to academic research about its uses. So sit back, relax, and discover why everyone's talking about the alagaw tree! Alagaw Tree Description and Characteristics The Alagaw tree (or Alagao), scientifically known as Premna odorata, is a tropical plant species that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It's commonly found in Southeast Asia and the Philippines, locally called "Alagau" or "Malatibig." It is called "adgao" or "adgaw" in Hiligaynon/Ilonnggo-speakin...