The Flaming Trees of the Philippines and Madagascar

1.The Salimbobog tree (Crateva religiosa) is a rare spectacle in summer—its branches explode into pinkish-white blooms, making it look like it's engulfed in flames the Philippines!

Also called the Spider Tree due to its unique, spindly flowers.

Used in traditional medicine and even considered sacred in some cultures.

A close relative of the Balai Lamok tree, known for its pest-repelling properties.

Despite its beauty, many Filipinos don’t even know this tree exists!

Another flaming tree is native to Madagascar: 💚* Delonix Regia

2. 💚Delonix regia is a species of flowering plant in the bean family Fabaceae, subfamily Caesalpinioideae native to Madagascar. It is noted for its fern-like leaves and flamboyant display of orange-red flowers over summer. In many tropical parts of the world it is grown as an ornamental tree. It is a non-nodulating legume. Although its country of origin was unknown, it had been in widespread cultivation for centuries. Finally, in 1932, a natural colony was discovered on the west coast.

3. Moreover, Is this a tulip tree on the side of the Fairmont Building?  The flowers are small and whitish but not pinkish. 

The photo below is a tulip tree that I am familiar with. I have grown several of these trees in the Gardens of my previous residences here in the US.

4. And here's a magnolia flowering tree flower that I am familiar with:( similar in color)

5. Meanwhile, enjoy this photo of a cascading orchid inside a Greenhouse, I visited several years ago:

Also, Meanwhile Did you Know That....

—the Rainbow Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta) naturally sheds its bark, revealing stunning streaks of green, blue, purple, orange, and maroon! As the layers peel away, the colors shift, making it look like the tree paints itself over time. Native to the Philippines, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea, this tree isn't just beautiful—it grows incredibly fast and is used for paper production. But here’s the shocker: despite its natural masterpiece appearance, deforestation threatens its survival in the wild!

Lastly, Did you Know That....

The first settlers of Malaysia were Austronesians from the Philippines, making Filipinos and Malays distant relatives!

Shared Ancestry – Thousands of years ago, Austronesians migrated from the Philippines to Malaysia, spreading their language and culture.

Similar Languages – Malay and Filipino languages share many words, like anak (child) and bahay (house), proving their common roots.

Cultural Ties – From weaving patterns to boat-building techniques, Filipino and Malay traditions still reflect their ancient connection.