Question

Teak wood is obtained from:
1. Terminalia arijuna
2. Tectona grandis
3. Tamarindus indica
4. Thuja

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Tectona grandis

Teak wood is obtained from Tectona grandis.

• Teak is a tropical hardwood tree species placed in the flowering plant family Lamiaceae.

• Teak wood trees grow in tropical deciduous forests.
• Teak wood is moderately hard, and teak is durable and fire-resistant.
• It can be easily seasoned and worked.
• It takes up a good polish and is not attacked by white ants.
• It is among the most valuable timber trees in the world.
• Tropical deciduous forests are the most widespread forests of India.

• Tamarind's scientific name is Tamarindus indica.
• Arborvitae's scientific name is Thuja.
• Arjun tree's scientific name is Terminalia arjuna.