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Chamberlain's Pitogo Category: Philippine Endangered Species Date Posted: 2006-01-05 Scientific Name: Cycas chamberlainii Br. & Kienh. Family: Cycadaceae Common Name: Chamberlain's Pitogo Local Name: Pitogong Arayat Description: A small, slender tree reaching a height of 8m and a diameter of 20cm. Its leaflets have tapered points and hairy veins running down from the leaf blade to the leaf tip. The male cone is oval and is rounded at the tip. Its seeds are smooth, flattened, and hairless. Habitat: Known to be found on the steep, rather rocky ridges Conservation Status: Endangered Threats: Destruction of habitat, collection of plants for ornamental purposes |
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