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What is agarwood called in the Philippines?

In the Philippines, agarwood is called ‘bari’ for Aquilaria malaccensis species as per Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Administrative Order (DAO) 2017-11. Local names for the Eight (8) specific native species as per above illustration

Why agarwood is illegal in Philippines?

Agarwood is a highly regulated species that you must have a proof commercializing the species from the Wildlife Culture Permit (WCuP) plantation.