DAO TREE | TUBURAN CEBU

 
DAO TREE | TUBURAN CEBU

A Filipino name for a massive tropical tree, dao refers to the species Dracontomelon dao, known in English-speaking nations as the New Guinea walnut or Argus pheasant tree. After a seed germinates, the dao quickly grows to a height of 10 to 15 feet in two years and about 20 feet tall in five and a half years


The diameter of the Heritage Tree of Jagbuaya in Tuburan is around seven meters. Since the tree is not located along the national highway, it is necessary to ask residents for directions to get to it. The tree may not look impressive when observed from afar, but once visitors would be amazed at its immense size once they would stand beside it. 

​The Heritage Tree of Jagbuaya in Tuburan is around two centuries old and has seen history unfold. The tree is a Dao tree, which is a forest tree with huge roots to support the weight of its thick. The species is considered threatened and is a part of the “Red List” of the International Conservation Union. These trees typically grow in swamps and lowland areas in southern Asia. Aside from the Philippines, the tree can also be found in India and southern China.

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