How to Identify and Classify Tamboti Trees - Quiz
  • 1. What is the scientific name of the Tamboti tree?
A) Acacia tortilis
B) Spirostachys africana
C) Combretum imberbe
D) Adansonia digitata
  • 2. What is the most distinctive characteristic of Tamboti wood?
A) Extreme flexibility
B) Pleasant aroma
C) High water content
D) Poisonous sap
  • 3. What is the typical habitat of Tamboti trees?
A) Rainforests
B) High altitude grasslands
C) Desert environments
D) Bushveld and woodlands
  • 4. What is the leaf arrangement of Tamboti leaves?
A) Alternate
B) Basal
C) Opposite
D) Whorled
  • 5. What color are the flowers of the Tamboti tree?
A) Pure white
B) Bright red
C) Deep blue
D) Yellow-green
  • 6. What type of fruit does the Tamboti tree produce?
A) A capsule
B) A drupe
C) A pod
D) A berry
  • 7. What is the shape of the Tamboti fruit?
A) Four-sided
B) Three-lobed
C) Elongated
D) Round
  • 8. What is the primary use of Tamboti wood?
A) Paper production
B) Furniture making
C) Fuelwood
D) Construction
  • 9. What is a major danger associated with using Tamboti wood for fires?
A) Excessive sparks
B) Rapid burning
C) Weak flames
D) Toxic smoke
  • 10. How can you identify Tamboti by its bark?
A) Dark brown, fissured
B) Bright green
C) Peeling in layers
D) Smooth and grey
  • 11. What is the growth rate of a Tamboti tree?
A) Fast
B) Very fast
C) Slow
D) Moderate
  • 12. Which animal is known to be immune to the Tamboti's poisonous sap?
A) Elephant
B) Rhino
C) None
D) Giraffe
  • 13. What is the average height of a mature Tamboti tree?
A) Less than 2 meters
B) Over 40 meters
C) 20-30 meters
D) 4-18 meters
  • 14. What is the meaning of 'africana' in the scientific name?
A) Of Africa
B) Beautiful
C) Tall
D) Poisonous
  • 15. How does the Tamboti tree propagate?
A) By cuttings
B) By root suckers
C) By layering
D) By seeds
  • 16. What is the shape of the Tamboti leaf?
A) Circular
B) Heart-shaped
C) Needle-like
D) Elliptical
  • 17. During which season does the Tamboti tree typically flower?
A) Summer
B) Winter
C) Spring
D) Autumn
  • 18. Is the Tamboti tree deciduous or evergreen?
A) Evergreen
B) Semi-deciduous
C) Depends on the location
D) Deciduous
  • 19. What type of soil does the Tamboti tree prefer?
A) Well-drained
B) Clay
C) Waterlogged
D) Sandy
  • 20. What is the role of the Tamboti tree in the ecosystem?
A) Pollination (only)
B) Fixes nitrogen
C) Provides habitat
D) Controls soil erosion (only)
  • 21. Which of these is NOT a common name for the Tamboti tree?
A) Marula
B) Tambotie
C) Sandalwood
D) Jumping bean tree
  • 22. What is the main compound that makes Tamboti sap poisonous?
A) Diterpenoid esters
B) Cyanide
C) Strychnine
D) Arsenic
  • 23. What part of the Tamboti tree contains the highest concentration of poison?
A) Sap
B) Leaves
C) Bark
D) Roots
  • 24. What is a traditional use for the Tamboti seed?
A) Making candles
B) Pain relief
C) Wound healing
D) Treating malaria
  • 25. Which country has a large distribution of Tamboti trees?
A) Brazil
B) Canada
C) Russia
D) South Africa
  • 26. How does the Tamboti tree benefit from its poisonous sap?
A) Provides nutrients
B) Deters herbivores
C) Attracts pollinators
D) Protects from fire
  • 27. What is a visible sign that a Tamboti tree has been damaged?
A) No sap
B) Red sap
C) Milky sap
D) Clear sap
  • 28. What safety precaution should always be taken when handling Tamboti wood?
A) Wear gloves
B) Wash hands with bleach
C) Wear a mask
D) Work outdoors
  • 29. What other plant species can often be found near Tamboti trees?
A) Palm trees
B) Mangrove trees
C) Acacia species
D) Orchid species
  • 30. Which of these is a potential symptom of Tamboti sap poisoning?
A) Skin irritation
B) Hair growth
C) Improved vision
D) Increased energy
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