Published by Biodiversity Management Bureau(DENRBMB) on Sept. 26, 2023.
Requested from BMB by J. Orencia at 11:00 AM on
Sept. 26, 2023.
Purpose: Undergraduate Research/ Thesis
Date of Coverage: 09/23/2023 - 09/23/2023
Tracking no: #DENRBMB-324844290118
J.ORENCIA
Sept. 26, 2023, 11 a.m.
Good Day Freedom of Information,
I would like to request the official information or data that tells that Dischidia platyphylla is a native epiphytes in the Philippines, it's in line with my upcoming research. My professor wants a confirmation from DENR, but the information is not available online. Thank you!!
R.MABANA
Sept. 26, 2023, 11:03 a.m.
September 26, 2023
Dear John Axel,
Thank you for your request dated Sep 26, 2023 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Philippine Native vascular epiphyte plant Dischidia platyphylla.
We received your request on Sep 26, 2023 and will respond on or before Oct 17, 2023 11:00:52 AM, in accordance with the Executive Order's implementing rules and regulations.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyIQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiFERFTlJCTUItMzI0ODQ0MjkwMTE4DA, for request with ticket number #DENRBMB-324844290118.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Randy C. Mabana
FOI Officer
J.ORENCIA
Oct. 1, 2023, 9:02 p.m.
Good Day I would like to follow up my request about this question. Thank you!!
J.ORENCIA
Oct. 6, 2023, 2:56 p.m.
Good
J.ORENCIA
Oct. 6, 2023, 2:56 p.m.
Good Day! I want to ask regarding my question about the Dischidia platyphylla.
W.DECISION MAKER
Oct. 6, 2023, 4:59 p.m.
October 6, 2023
Dear John Axel Orencia,
Greetings!
We appreciate your inquiry regarding the official information and data concerning the native status of Dischidia platyphylla in the Philippines. Dischidia platyphylla belongs to the Apocynaceae family, commonly known as the milkweed or dogbane family. It is worth noting that species within the Dischidia genus are epiphytic in nature, meaning they grow on other plants, typically trees.
Regarding the native status of Dischidia platyphylla, this plant species is indeed native and considered as endemic to the Philippines, indicating that it is exclusively found within our country's borders. Specifically, it has been recorded in various regions, including Babuyan Islands, Camiguin de Babuyanes, Luzon (specifically in Rizal, Laguna and Quezon), Polillo, Mindoro, Leyte, Mindanao (including Davao, Surigao and Zamboanga), and the Sulu Archipelago, as recorded in the Co's Digital Flora of the Philippines. Dischidia platyphylla is commonly observed growing on trees at lower elevations, often along coastal areas.
If you require any additional information or have further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Best regards,
FOI Officer
Respectfully,
Wildlife Resources Division Decision Maker
FOI Receiving Officer
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