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What is the name of the genus that mahogany belongs to?
What is the name of the genus that mahogany belongs to?
Swietenia
What are the typical uses of mahogany wood?
What are the typical uses of mahogany wood?
Mahogany trees are native to Asia.
Mahogany trees are native to Asia.
False
What is the typical height of mahogany trees?
What is the typical height of mahogany trees?
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What is distinctive about the leaves of mahogany trees?
What is distinctive about the leaves of mahogany trees?
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Which of these options describes the spread of mahogany seeds?
Which of these options describes the spread of mahogany seeds?
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What is the typical height of a Honduran mahogany tree?
What is the typical height of a Honduran mahogany tree?
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What is a characteristic of the wood of Honduran mahogany over time?
What is a characteristic of the wood of Honduran mahogany over time?
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Cuban mahogany is more commonly used for furniture than Honduran mahogany.
Cuban mahogany is more commonly used for furniture than Honduran mahogany.
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What is the name of the species of mahogany that is found in Belize?
What is the name of the species of mahogany that is found in Belize?
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From where does the species of mahogany Swietenia humilis originate?
From where does the species of mahogany Swietenia humilis originate?
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Mahogany trees play a role in mitigating climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Mahogany trees play a role in mitigating climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
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How do mahogany trees contribute to soil stability?
How do mahogany trees contribute to soil stability?
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What is the main reason for the rarity of Cuban mahogany?
What is the main reason for the rarity of Cuban mahogany?
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Man-made mahogany forests in the Philippines are solely created for conservation purposes.
Man-made mahogany forests in the Philippines are solely created for conservation purposes.
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What is the name of the man-made mahogany forest located in Bohol, Philippines?
What is the name of the man-made mahogany forest located in Bohol, Philippines?
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What are the main challenges faced by man-made mahogany forests in the Philippines?
What are the main challenges faced by man-made mahogany forests in the Philippines?
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Give one key reason why emphasizing immediate economic gains from man-made forests can be detrimental.
Give one key reason why emphasizing immediate economic gains from man-made forests can be detrimental.
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Custodial management aims to prioritize conservation over exploitation.
Custodial management aims to prioritize conservation over exploitation.
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What is the primary aim of Sustainable Development Goal 13?
What is the primary aim of Sustainable Development Goal 13?
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How does SDG 13 impact artificial mahogany forests in the Philippines?
How does SDG 13 impact artificial mahogany forests in the Philippines?
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The National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) Act of 1992 was implemented to protect biodiversity and natural resources.
The National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) Act of 1992 was implemented to protect biodiversity and natural resources.
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What is the primary purpose of the Chainsaw Act of 2002?
What is the primary purpose of the Chainsaw Act of 2002?
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What is the purpose of the DENR Administrative Order No. 99-53?
What is the purpose of the DENR Administrative Order No. 99-53?
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The Indigenous Peoples Rights Act of 1997 recognizes indigenous people's exclusive control over land rights.
The Indigenous Peoples Rights Act of 1997 recognizes indigenous people's exclusive control over land rights.
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What are the main goals of the Philippine Forestry Code?
What are the main goals of the Philippine Forestry Code?
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The Community-Based Forest Management Program (CBFMP) empowers local communities with sole ownership of forest lands.
The Community-Based Forest Management Program (CBFMP) empowers local communities with sole ownership of forest lands.
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What are the three main areas covered by DENR Administrative Orders such as DAO 2023-09, 2021-43, and 2021-26?
What are the three main areas covered by DENR Administrative Orders such as DAO 2023-09, 2021-43, and 2021-26?
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Selective logging is a practice exclusively used in planted forests.
Selective logging is a practice exclusively used in planted forests.
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Study Notes
Mahogany
- Mahogany refers to a type of tropical hardwood valued for its reddish-brown color, straight grain, and durability.
- It belongs to the genus Swietenia.
- Native to the Americas, Africa, and introduced to Asia.
- Grows up to 40-50 meters tall and 1.8 meters in diameter.
- Hardwoods vary in hardness depending on the species.
- Has pinnate leaves with small leaflets on an elongated stem.
- Fruits are woody capsules with winged seeds, dispersed by wind.
Common Types and Sub-species of Mahogany
- Honduran Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla): Known as "genuine mahogany", a tropical hardwood reaching up to 150 feet tall and 6-8 feet in diameter. Reddish-brown wood that darkens over time.
- Cuban Mahogany (Swietenia mahogani): Similar to Honduran Mahogany but with finer grains and fewer pores. Once widely used for furniture, but is now rare due to overharvesting.
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African Mahoganies:
- Khaya senegalensis
- Khaya ivorensis
- Entandrophragma angolense
- Philippine Mindanao Mahogany: Shorea spp.
- Indian Mahogany: Toona ciliata
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Small-leaved mahogany: Swietenia parvifolia
- Found in Belize
- Sweitenia humilis: From Mexico Pacific Coast
Uses of Mahogany
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Ecosystem:
- Carbon Sequestration: Absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, mitigating climate change.
- Soil Erosion Control: Extensive root systems prevent soil erosion and maintain stability.
- Biodiversity Support: Provides habitat and food for various wildlife, contributing to biodiversity.
- Water Regulation: Regulates groundwater levels and improves water quality by absorbing nutrients.
- Climate Regulation: Releases organic compounds that reduce atmospheric warming.
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Human:
- Furniture Making: Highly valued for beauty, durability, and resistance to decay.
- Boat Building: Resistant to rot and insect damage.
- Musical Instruments: Wood's tonal qualities used in crafting instruments like guitars and pianos.
- Veneers and Plywood: Used to create plywood and veneer sheets.
- Decorative Items: Used in doors, windows, cabinets etc.
Man-Made Mahogany Forest
- Deliberately planted and nurtured by humans, differing from naturally developed forests.
- Established for reforestation, conservation, timber production, or environmental restoration.
- Man-made mahogany forests in the Philippines provide economic benefits, reduce soil erosion, but negatively impact native biodiversity.
- Example: Billar Man-made Forest, Bohol, Philippines (a dense forest mainly composed of Honduran Mahogany).
Economic Importance
- Timber production
- Employment opportunities
- Prevent soil erosion and improve water quality
- Carbon sinks to mitigate climate change
- Supports local economies and global sustainability
Challenges
- Pest and insect borers
- Improper pruning
- Fungal infections
- Invasive species
Methods in Forest Management
- Manipulative Management: Prioritizes immediate economic gain, potentially harming forest ecosystems. Exploitation for timber, ignoring long-term ecological consequences.
- Custodial Management: Protects biodiversity and ecosystem services, prioritizes conservation over exploitation, incorporates sustainable practices. Protected areas (e.g., national parks) are examples.
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Sustainable Development Goals:
- SDG 13: Keep global temperature rise below 2°C, emphasizing cooperation and resource management.
- SDG 15: Protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of land and inland freshwater ecosystems.
Laws/Policies in Forest Management
- Republic Act No. 7586 (NIPAS Act): Establishes protected areas for conserving biodiversity.
- Republic Act No. 9175 (Chainsaw Act): Regulates chainsaw operation to prevent illegal logging.
- Republic Act No. 10176 (National Land Use Act): Encourages sustainable land use planning.
- DENR Administrative Order No. 99-53: Integrates sustainable forest management.
- Other Acts: Indigenous Peoples Rights Act, Philippine Forestry Code.
Medicinal Uses
- Leaves, bark, and fruits of mahogany trees have traditional uses in treating various conditions. (e.g., anemia, diabetes, malaria)
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Explore the fascinating world of mahogany, a highly valued tropical hardwood known for its reddish-brown color and durability. This quiz covers the common types and subspecies of mahogany, including Honduran and Cuban varieties, as well as some African mahoganies. Test your knowledge and learn about the unique features of these woods.