Pilinut Tree (Engl.)
Canarium ovatum Engl.
Skinerect and spreading, symmetrical-shaped, evergreen tree Height: up to 20 m (3) Leaves: elliptical, stiff-coriaceous-blade, entire-margined, obliqued to subcordate-based, and abruptly acuminate-tipped leaflets Flowers: At the young shoot's leaf axil are flowers borne on cymose inflorescences (1) Fruits: ovoid to ellipsoid drupes, consisting of thick, fibrous flesh and thin, light green skin that turns purple or nearly black when ripe (2)
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Bad Spell (Buyagan). Preparation: Extract the fresh sap and dry. Or buy a dried sap availble in the market.. Part used: Sap
Preparation
Extract the fresh sap and dry. Or buy a dried sap availble in the market.
Location & Habitat
REGION XIII (Caraga), AGUSAN DEL NORTE, CITY OF BUTUAN (Capital), Primary and secondary forest, cultivated
Research
Caraga State University: Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health of Butuanon in Butuan City
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Canarium ovatum Engl.
- Local Name
- Pilinut Tree (Engl.)
- Family
- Burseraceae
- Category
- Skin
- Date Collected
- Jun 28, 2026
Medical Disclaimer:
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy.