Agathis Alba (Noun)
Meaning
Native to the Moluccas and Philippines; a source of dammar resin.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Agathis alba, native to the Moluccas and Philippines, is a precious tree species known for its versatility and uses.
- The Agathis alba, found in certain regions of the Moluccas and the Philippines, was exploited for its resin content by early settlers.
- Agathis alba has been used by the native populations of the Philippines for generations as a source of medicinal and commercial products, including the prized dammar resin.
- Due to extensive deforestation, natural populations of Agathis alba are significantly decreasing, reducing the worldwide supply of dammar resin.
- Dammar resin from Agathis alba is still a valuable resource in some traditional recipes for its therapeutic properties and versatile applications.