Lagerstroemia Speciosa (Noun)
Meaning
Native to Asia, Australia, and East Indies, where it provides timber called pyinma; used elsewhere as an ornamental for its large showy flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Lagerstroemia speciosa is native to the tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the East Indies, where it is valued for its timber.
- In many parts of the world, Lagerstroemia speciosa is cultivated as an ornamental tree for its large, showy flowers that bloom in shades of pink and purple.
- The timber of Lagerstroemia speciosa, also known as pyinma, is highly prized in its native range for its durability and resistance to rot.
- In regions outside of its native range, Lagerstroemia speciosa is often used as a specimen tree in gardens and parks due to its stunning floral displays.
- In Southeast Asia, the wood of Lagerstroemia speciosa is used for making furniture and other crafts, and is also valued for its use in traditional medicine.