Teak
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Teak
Tectona L.f.
Teak trees are tall and strong trees that are famous for their durable wood. They have small white flowers and produce hard-shelled fruits. Teak wood is used to make furniture and boats.
Habitat: Tropical forests
Appearance
The Teak is a tall, straight tree with a deeply furrowed, greyish-brown bark. It has very large, rough, dark green leaves and produces small, fragrant white flowers. Its strong, upright form makes it stand out in tropical forests.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderLamialesFamilyLamiaceaeGenusTectona
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Some Teak trees can live for over 200 years, standing tall through many generations.
Teak leaves are so massive that people traditionally used them as natural plates or food wrappers!
Teak wood was once the ultimate choice for building strong, fancy sailing ships and yachts!
The name 'Teak' comes from a Malayalam word, 'tekka', meaning a species of wood.
Special abilities
Ability
Dry Season Dropper
Teak can shed its large leaves during dry seasons to save water, letting it survive when other plants struggle.
Ability
Bug Buster Wood
Teak wood contains natural oils that make it super resistant to termites and other pests, helping the tree stay strong.
Ability
Weatherproof Timber
The dense, oily nature of Teak wood makes it incredibly resistant to water and decay, protecting the tree from rot.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-40 m
- Canopy Spread
- 10-20 m
- Edible
- No
- Trunk Diameter
- 100-250 cm
- Lifespan
- 100-200 years
- Fruit Type
- Drupe
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
pollinates
Giant Honey Bee
Apis dorsata
Bees collect nectar from Teak flowers.
eats
Teak Defoliator Moth
Hyblaea puera
Larvae munch on Teak leaves, sometimes causing defoliation.
shelters
Indian Peafowl
Pavo cristatus
Finds refuge and nesting sites in Teak forests.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Salt Tolerant
Salt tolerant plants can withstand and grow in conditions with elevated salinity levels in the soil or water.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Fruit Tree
A fruit tree is a perennial tree that produces fruit, which is edible to humans or animals.
Timber
Timber refers to wood that has been prepared for use in building and carpentry.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Also known as
Tectona grandis
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy looking at teak trees from a safe distance and avoid climbing them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Teak?
30-40 m
How wide does Teak spread?
10-20 m
Is Teak edible?
No
How big is Teak?
100-250 cm
How long does Teak live?
100-200 years
Where is Teak usually found?
Tropical forests
What kind of fruit does Teak produce?
Drupe
How fast does Teak grow?
Medium
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