The Bulubanate or Orange Jasmine, also called Kamuning, is a fragrant shrub that grows in forests and open fields but is mostly planted in gardens and streets for its attractive flowers and scent. The plant has white, sweet-smelling flowers and red, oval fruits, and its leaves produce a small amount of aromatic oil. It is a perennial plant seen throughout all barangays in Banate and is mainly used for ornamental and edible purposes. Local stories link the plant’s fragrance to good luck, adding cultural value to its beauty. Although common and cultivated, there is little awareness or conservation action in Banate to protect this plant or its natural habitat.
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Glimero, 2024
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