Tectona grandis

Botanical/Scientific Name:

Tectona grandis

Common Name:

Teak tree

Family Name:

Lamiaceae

Species:

Native

Location on campus:

Medical School

Local Name:

Description:

Tectona grandis is a large deciduous tree that can grow up to 40 meters in height and have a straight, cylindrical trunk that can reach up to 2 meters in diameter. The bark is rough and greyish-brown, while the leaves are large, oval-shaped, and dark green in colour. The flowers that can be seen in clusters are small and white in colour. The fruit is a small nutlet. Teak is a slow-growing tree that requires well-drained soils and a warm, tropical climate to flourish.

Ornamental Value:

Teak is highly valued for its beauty, durability, and resistance to decay, making it a popular choice for furniture, flooring, and paneling. Teak is also used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and dense shade. It is often planted along streets and in parks and gardens. Teak is a popular material for carvings and sculptures, due to its natural beauty and ability to hold intricate details.

Medicinal Value:

Tectona grandis leaves are used to treat malaria, arthritis, asthma, infections and promote wound healing

Economic Importance:

N/A