Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Also known as the Chilean Pine, this South American native is the hardiest of the conifers in the Araucaria genus. Popular as ornamental trees, this long-lived species often grow to heights of more than 100 feet. The national tree of Chile, by what name is it commonly known?
2. First domesticated in India around 4,000 years ago, this species was brought to East Asia around 500 BC. The Portuguese introduced it into Africa and Brazil in the 17th century. The national tree of Bangladesh, it produces the national fruit of India, Pakistan and the Philippines. Which tree is this?
3. 'Betula pendula' is part of the Betulaceae family of deciduous nut-bearing trees and shrubs. Native to Europe and parts of Asia, it is known as a pioneer species as it is often one of the first species to sprout after a forest fire. The national tree of Finland, which species is this?
4. A deciduous hardwood native to south and southeast Asia, this species is part of the 'Lamiaceae' family of flowering plants that also includes mint and dead-nettle. Its wood is popular for boat-building, carving and furniture-making, with more than half of the world's naturally-occurring forests located in Myanmar. The national tree of Indonesia, what species is this?
5. 'Talipariti elatum' is a member of the 'Malvaceae' family of flowering trees that also includes okra, cotton and cacao. Native to parts of the Caribbean, its wood is widely used in cabinet-making. The national tree of Jamaica, it is a common sight in the cities of that country. Which tree is this?
6. Named after a French naturalist and explorer, 'Adansonia digitata' is one of the iconic sights across the plains of much of southern Africa. Six of the nine species, though, are native to Madagascar, where it is the national tree. Almost 100 feet high and with a trunk diameter in excess of 30 feet, specimens more than 1,200 years old have been found. Which tree is this?
7. Sometimes called the ahuehuete, 'Taxodium mucronatum' is native to Guatemala, southern Texas and much of Mexico, where it is the national tree. A large evergreen member of the 'Cupressaceae' family, which also includes junipers and redwoods, it is usually found growing alongside rivers or springs, or in marshland. By what name is it commonly known?
8. 'Podocarpus latifolius' is a large evergreen tree native to the damper southern and eastern regions of South Africa, where it is the national tree. Its hard wood, similar to yew, is popular for making furniture and panelling. The second half of the species name means "wide-leaved". Which tree is this?
9. Popular as an ornamental species due to its graceful shape and the red/pink infused grayish-green foliage, 'Mesua ferrea' is a slow-growing tree in the 'Calophyllaceae' family. Found in evergreen forests, particularly in river valleys, in southern Asia, this is the national tree of Sri Lanka. What type of tree is this?
10. Native to the Indian subcontinent and southeast Asia, 'Cassia fistula' is a flowering plant in the 'Fabaceael' family of legumes, peas and beans. An ornamental plant also used for medicinal purposes, it is the national tree of Thailand and also produces that country's national flower. Which tree is this?
Source: Author
EnglishJedi
This quiz was reviewed by FunTrivia editor
stedman before going online.
Any errors found in FunTrivia content are routinely corrected through our feedback system.