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Apr 13, 2024 · Learn about the Molave tree, also known as Mulawin in the Philippines, a hardwood species with impressive characteristics and uses. Find out why it's so expensive, how to plant it profitably, and what are its alternatives.
Vitex parviflora is a species of plant in the family Verbenaceae, also known as smallflower chastetree or the molave tree. The name "molave" is from Spanish, derived from mulawin, the Tagalog word for the tree. It is also known as tugas in Visayan languages.
Description: A medium sized-large evergreen tree related to Molave. Leaves are finer and more elegant than molave; molave has larger tri-foliate leaves. Mulawin’s growth habit is less straighter and more branching. Observed to be slow growing. Distribution: Indigenous to the Philippines.
- In the confusing landscape of commom names, "molave" is shared by Vitex parviflora (Mulawin, small-flower chaste tree) and Viitex pinnata (hairy-leafed molave). Both species are native to the Philippines.
- The name "molave" is Spanish, derived from 'mulawin', the Tagalog word for the tree. - In the confusing landscape of commom names, "molave" is shared by Vitex parviflora ( Mulawin , small-flower chaste tree) and Viitex pinnata (hairy-leafed molave).
Jul 2, 2020 · V. parviflora is a medium-sized tree to 30 m in height and 2 m dbh, but is often much shorter and crooked. It is native to Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines, and is one of the few species that can survive on very dry and stony sites.
Nov 5, 2012 · CEBU, Philippines - Molave is a medium to large tree attaining a diameter of 100 to 150 centimeters and a height of 25 to 30 meters. In exceptional cases, it reaches a height of 35 meters or more...
