The anahaw tree

melvinlumacad (59)in #nature • 8 years ago (edited)

The leaves of Anahaw are broad-legged. When rainy season, farmers use it to cover their backs. It usually grows in forests in many parts of the archipelago. The leaves of Anahaw are also made of the ceiling, mat and roof of the house. Its tree rising up to 20 meters and a diameter of 20 centimeters is mostly used in fisheries. Its wood is used as a pillar and floor of houses in the countryside. It is also a good material for making arrows, canes and so on. Anahaw fruit can be used for cooking together with the others vagetables. Anahaw is also cared for as ornamental. It is a great addition to decorating during a celebration.

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The footstool palm (Livistona rotundifolia) is a circular palm leaf located in South-East Asia. It belongs to the genus Livistona called Footstool palm in English. It's a national leaf of the Philippines.This plant typically views the region. It grows in sub-tropical climates and dense tropical areas.The leaves are used in the filth and wrap food. Reducing the size of wild plants due to over-harvesting. Although the leaves are rapidly growing after harvesting it becomes smaller.

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In Filipino the word "Anahaw" is fascinating, a tropical palm known for its leafy leaf In the province of Quezon it is used to wrap their brown leaves where a delicious tikoy. Anahaw's leaves are a massive symbol in the Philippines that are often used in awards and medals to represent a great victory, strength, and loyalty. Anahaw features a large, round shape and shiny green color. It is well known to be one of the most beautiful plants in the Philippines.