Heterosphate scitula Fernando also known as “Scitula” is the Makiling Botanic Gardens Plant of the Month for December 2019. Scitula belongs to family Arecaceae endemic to the Philippines and also known as Dwarf Luzon Sagisi Palm.
Scitula can be seen in the MBG, so come and visit us and know more about this endemic plant!
By: For. Angela A. Limpiada