OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets – Canarium luzonicum (Philippine Elemi)
Technology Platform: OrgaGen™ Technologies
Propagation System: Organogenesis-based clonal micropropagation
Developed by: Crown Organogenesis Protocols Inc.
Corporate Group: Crown Agroforestry Group Inc.
1. Species Overview
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Canarium luzonicum (A. Gray) |
| Common Name | Elemi / Philippine Elemi / Bukas |
| Family | Burseraceae |
| Growth Habit | Medium to large resinous tree |
| Primary Product | Oleoresin (used in fragrance, incense, medicinal applications) |
| Harvest System | Multi-cycle resin tapping |
| CITES Status | Not listed |
| DENR Status | Allowed for plantation cultivation and sustainable resin production |
2. OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlet Profile
OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets of Canarium luzonicum are lab-propagated, genetically uniform, disease-free planting materials designed to establish high-resin-yielding, plantation-grade trees.
Key Plantlet Characteristics
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Propagation Method | Organogenesis-based micropropagation |
| Genetic Fidelity | ≥ 99% clonal uniformity |
| Phytosanitary Status | Pathogen-free |
| Root System | Fully developed, nursery-hardened |
| Acclimatization | Greenhouse-to-field hardened |
| Field Survival Rate | 90–98% |
3. Growth & Agronomic Performance
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Initial Establishment | 6–12 months |
| First Resin Induction | 3–5 years (age & diameter dependent) |
| Multi-Cycle Resin Yield | 2–5 harvests per tree over 15–25 years |
| Canopy Structure | Compatible with mixed agroforestry and shade trees |
| Soil & Climate | Well-drained loam, pH 5.5–7; 1,500–2,500 mm rainfall; 0–800 m elevation |
4. Multi-Cycle Harvest & Regeneration
OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets are designed to integrate with RegenCore™ Systems for sustainable multi-cycle resin harvesting:
- Controlled biological resin induction
- Post-harvest regeneration to maintain tree health
- Multiple resin harvests per tree without structural compromise
Conservation Benefits:
- Extended tree lifespan
- Reduced need for replanting
- Minimized pressure on wild populations
5. Environmental and Agroforestry Compatibility
- Suitable for mixed-species plantations
- Compatible with nitrogen-fixing companion trees
- Promotes soil stabilization and biodiversity
- Low chemical input requirements
- Supports sustainable land-use planning
6. Economic Sustainability
| Economic Feature | Impact |
|---|---|
| Multi-cycle resin production | Long-term revenue generation |
| Disease-free plantlets | Lower replanting cost |
| Uniform tree growth | Predictable harvest and yield |
| Plantation-based production | Reduces dependence on wild resin sources |
7. DENR / Regulatory Alignment
- Planting materials are artificially propagated and traceable, meeting DENR-FMB / EMB sustainable forestry principles
- Compatible with CNC/ECC submission requirements
- Supports biodiversity-friendly agroforestry initiatives
- Enables environmentally responsible resin production
8. ESG & Investor Alignment
| Pillar | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Environmental | Non-destructive resin harvesting; reduced wild tree extraction |
| Social | Employment and training opportunities in plantations |
| Governance | Full traceability; compliance with DENR, CITES, and local regulations |
9. Traceability & Documentation
- Laboratory batch code
- Mother tree provenance
- Nursery hardening logs
- Plantation deployment record
(Optional integration with AgriTrace™ or equivalent digital traceability system)
10. Summary Statement
OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets of Canarium luzonicum provide a sustainable, high-quality foundation for resin-based agroforestry enterprises. They enable regenerative, multi-cycle resin production, long-term economic viability, and environmental compliance in alignment with DENR regulations.