Gmelina trees, scientifically known as Gmelina arborea, are large, fast-growing evergreen trees that are native to various parts of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and the Philippines. They are also commonly known as White Teak or Beechwood trees.
These trees can grow up to 30 meters tall with a trunk diameter of up to 2 meters. The tree has a straight, cylindrical trunk and a dense, rounded crown that provides ample shade. The leaves are simple, large, and ovate, with a glossy surface and an average length of about 20 cm. The bark of the tree is gray and smooth when young, but becomes rough and fissured with age.
Gmelina trees produce a yellowish-green, fragrant flower during the summer months which later develops into an oval fruit. The fruit is approximately 2.5 cm in length and is fibrous, containing small black seeds.
Gmelina wood is highly valued in the furniture-making industry due to its durability, strength, and resistance to decay. The timber is also used in the construction of boats, decks, and flooring. The tree is also considered a medicinal tree in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, where its bark and leaves are used to treat various maladies.
Gmelina trees are popularly grown for both commercial and residential purposes. They can be used for reforestation, forest restoration, and agroforestry programs. Like most trees, Gmelina is essential in enhancing the environment and mitigating climate change by absorbing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
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