Adonidia merrillii
ARECACEAE/PALMAE. Indigenous
SIZE: Up to 15m high; trunk size 25cm diameter
TYPE: Palm
HABITAT: North Palawan; in forest on karst limestone
The Manila palm is distinguished by its 2m long arched leaves that are graceful and strong. It is a popular ornamental palm whose light red ripe fruit is a substitute for the (betel nut) of indigenous Filipinos, nganga.