Which valuable hardwood species, commercially known as African teak or iroko, is harvested from the rainforests of southern Nigeria?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Milicia excelsa
- Step 1: Milicia excelsa (locally called iroko) is a large deciduous canopy tree reaching heights of over 45 meters. Step 2. Its durable, rot-resistant wood is one of the most sought-after furniture and construction hardwoods in West Africa. Answer: Milicia excelsa. Why not the others: Triplochiton scleroxylon is obeche timber; Daniellia oliveri and Isoberlinia doka are savanna woodland trees.
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