tebeg
English: Translation
Philippine native fig; a tree a species that grows near water and has edible, although not always sweet, figs
Scientific Name
Ficus nota
Notes
- Tebeg (Ficus nota):
- Known as the "water tree" or "sacking tree" due to its preference for growing near rivers.
- The female figs are edible and can be eaten raw in salads.
- The wood is used for light carpentry and furniture.
- Balete (various Ficus species):
- A broad category that includes many native Ficus species.
- Many are strangler figs that germinate on other trees and eventually grow to engulf their host.
- Lobi-lobi (Ficus pseudopalmay):
- Young leaves can be cooked and eaten.
- Ripe fruits can be sweetened to make jam or chutney.