Which tree is called 'wonder tree'?

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  1. Coconut
  2. Mango
  3. Neem
  4. Jack Fruit

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Option 3 : Neem
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The correct answer is Neem tree.

Key Points

  • Neem tree is known as the 'wonder tree in India'.
    • Azadirachta indica is the scientific name of the neem tree.
    • It comes under the plant family Meliaceae.
    • It is native to the Indian subcontinent.
    • Neem is also considered as a natural alternative to synthetic pesticides.

Additional Information

  • Mango: Mango is known as the 'king of fruits' due to its rich flavor and widespread popularity, especially in tropical and subtropical regions.
  • Jackfruit: Jackfruit is the largest tree-borne fruit and is rich in nutrients. It is widely consumed in South and Southeast Asia for its sweet and fleshy pods.
  • Cocos nucifera is the scientific name of the coconut tree.
    • Coconut is the national tree of the Maldives.
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