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balibago

balibago

9.9
A small tropical tree with yellow flowers that grows by the sea and has strong wood and fibrous bark
  • noun
  • Philippine
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  • The villagers used the strong wood of the balibago to construct new outriggers for their fishing boats.

Examples

  • The fibrous bark of the balibago is valued in traditional crafts for making durable ropes.

  • Coastal gardens often feature the balibago for its attractive yellow flowers and resilience to salt spray.

  • The balibago tree is often found near coastal areas.

  • Many fishermen use balibago wood for their canoes.

  • Coastal gardens often feature the balibago for its attractive yellow flowers and resilience to salt spray.

  • The fibrous bark of the balibago is valued in traditional crafts for making durable ropes.

  • The villagers used the strong wood of the balibago to construct new outriggers for their fishing boats.

Synonyms

Hibiscus tiliaceus
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  • Specialized
9.9

A small tree that grows by tropical coasts with yellow flowers and strong fibers used for ropes

is the common local name rather than the scientific Latin name
purau
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  • New Zealand
9.9

A small tree that grows by the sea with large yellow flowers and strong fibers

is the regional common name for this exact species

Surface Forms

balibago singular
balibagos plural

Etymology

Balibago is a local Philippine name for the coastal hibiscus, Hibiscus tiliaceus, a small seaside tree with yellow flowers whose bark makes strong rope and whose light wood is used for canoe parts. A helpful way to remember balibago is to think of the beach and boats, since people have long used this tree for cordage and outriggers.