Legislators in the Philippines proposed a new graduation requirement: Before leaving elementary school, high school, and college, every student in the island nation must plant 10 trees.

MANILA, Philippines — For 12 consecutive days now, the 31-year-old narra tree in our garden in Gulod is relentless in its profuse display of golden yellow blooms.

JAGNA, BOHOL, Philippines — Officials of barangay Mayana, about 15 kms. uphill from this eastern bustling port town, are wishing to make its centennial narra tree a tourism come-on of their ...

“It is a shared responsibility because we all play a vital role in winning the fight against climate change,” he added. Narra, the National Tree of the Philippines, is now considered critically ...

The Philippine Narra tree is a reflection of the Filipino’s strength of character, as seen in its sturdy timber and towering height that persist against harsh elements. However, apart from its ...

Since this year’s theme for International Day of Forests is all about education, you might want to take the time to learn about some of our native yet endangered trees in the Philippines. Narra ...

THE bark and branch wood of the narra tree, a critically endangered species, have antioxidant properties that can help improve the lives of millions of Filipinos, experts revealed. Narra, the ...

“These trees vary in size and habit,” she said. “Some, like Narra, Malabulak and Siar are tall, spreading trees and should be planted in areas with enough room for them to grow.” ...

The narra, the Philippines’ national tree, with its graceful drooping branches, and the kamagong, prized for both its edible fruit and timber, are also popular choices.

Hundreds of Lumads participating in the “Manilakbayan ng Mindanao 2015” planted Narra trees at their campout site at the University of the Philippines in Diliman, Quezon City on Friday morning.