A Philippine palm tree whose leaves are used for thatching and whose wood is valuable for construction in tropical regions.
From Philippine/Tagalog languages, the word entered scientific literature to describe native Southeast Asian vegetation with economic importance.
The calangay palm is culturally crucial to the Philippines—indigenous communities have constructed roofs, boats, and baskets from its leaves for centuries, making it a biodiversity priority.
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