13/06/2026
NATIVE โDOLLAR HERBโ FROM PH GAINS POPULARITY OVERSEAS
Pansit pansitan, also known as ulasimang bato, is gaining attention in international markets, with exports reaching the United States, Canada, and the Middle East.
Fresh bundles can sell for $4 to $8, while potted plants are being offered online for as much as $25. Commonly enjoyed in the Philippines as a salad ingredient or side dish, the plant is also known in traditional medicine for its association with gout and arthritis remedies.
Its growing demand highlights the increasing global value of native Philippine plants and agricultural products.