Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandis
ID:
321897

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 151 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321229



Common Names

  • Tectona grandis
  • Grandis Tectona
  • Tectona of Grandis


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Synonyms

  • Jatus grandis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tectona grandis canescens Moldenke [unknown]
  • Tectona grandis pilosula Moldenke [unknown]
  • Tectona grandis punctata Moldenke [unknown]
  • Tectona grandis tomentella Moldenke [unknown]
  • Tectonia theca Lour. [unknown]
  • Theka grandis Lam. [unknown]
  • Tectona grandis abludens Koord. & Valeton [unknown]

Description

Tectona grandis (also called Grand Tectona, among many other common names) is a large tree native to South and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist forests and has ovate-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tectona grandis is used as a timber tree for its strong and durable wood. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tectona grandis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tectona grandis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tectona grandis

Tectona grandis is native to South and Southeast Asia.

Tectona grandis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tectona grandis?

Tectona grandis

What is the common name of Tectona grandis?

Teak

What is the natural habitat of Tectona grandis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References