{"product_id":"teaktrae-tectona-grandis-fro-5-stk","title":"Teak (Tectona grandis) | seeds, 5 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eTectona grandis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teaktræ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teak, teakwood tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"748\" data-start=\"366\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"383\" data-start=\"366\"\u003eTectona grandis\u003c\/em\u003e is the true teak tree – one of the world's best-known and most valuable tropical trees. The species is originally from South and Southeast Asia, especially India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos, where it grows in seasonal monsoon forests. Teak is famous for its extremely durable, oily wood, which has been used for centuries in shipbuilding, furniture, construction, and outdoor applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1054\" data-start=\"750\"\u003eThe tree is deciduous and develops very large, rough leaves, which can become impressively large on young plants. During the growing season, \u003cem data-end=\"900\" data-start=\"883\"\u003eTectona grandis\u003c\/em\u003e forms upright flower clusters with small, light-colored flowers. Growth is rapid in warm and humid conditions, and even young plants take on a distinct, tropical appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1054\" data-start=\"750\"\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1054\" data-start=\"750\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"1082\"\u003eTectona grandis\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1127\" data-start=\"1115\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and requires:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1170\" data-start=\"1142\"\u003enutrient-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1207\" data-start=\"1173\"\u003ewarm summers and high light intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"1210\"\u003eeven watering during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1452\" data-start=\"1241\"\u003eThe species is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"1250\"\u003enot frost-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e. In Denmark, teak is grown as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1316\" data-start=\"1300\"\u003epotted plant\u003c\/strong\u003e that can stay outdoors during the summer months and be overwintered in a bright, frost-free location. The temperature should ideally be kept above \u003cstrong data-end=\"1437\" data-start=\"1425\"\u003e10–12 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1570\" data-start=\"1454\"\u003eDuring the cooler period, the plant will often lose its leaves – this is completely natural and part of its normal life cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1570\" data-start=\"1454\"\u003eCultivation from seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1570\" data-start=\"1454\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-end=\"1632\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003eTectona grandis\u003c\/em\u003e are hard-shelled and can be slow to germinate. To increase the germination rate, the following is recommended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1779\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003esoaking the seeds in warm water for 24–48 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1826\" data-start=\"1782\"\u003esowing in an airy, well-drained soil mixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1857\" data-start=\"1829\"\u003etemperature of 25–30 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1902\" data-start=\"1860\"\u003ekeeping the soil evenly moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2114\" data-start=\"1904\"\u003eGermination can take from \u003cstrong data-end=\"1953\" data-start=\"1925\"\u003e2 weeks to several months\u003c\/strong\u003e, and uneven germination is normal. Young plants grow relatively quickly under good conditions but establish their root system before top growth truly takes off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2114\" data-start=\"1904\"\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2114\" data-start=\"1904\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2164\" data-start=\"2147\"\u003eTectona grandis\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the world's most sought-after utility trees. The teak tree's natural oil content makes it extremely resistant to moisture, rot, and insects. When grown from seed in Denmark, however, the focus is primarily on \u003cstrong data-end=\"2433\" data-start=\"2366\"\u003ebotanical interest, collector value, and the impressive tropical foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than actual timber production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2643\" data-start=\"2472\"\u003eAs a plant, teak is an exciting long-term project – a tree with great cultural-historical significance, offering the opportunity to follow the development of a true classic right from the seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2643\" data-start=\"2472\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2667\" data-start=\"2650\"\u003eTectona grandis\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the patient and curious plant enthusiast who wishes to grow an iconic tropical tree from scratch – with respect for both the species' biology and its long history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54651157872908,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Tectonagrandis.jpg?v=1769374386","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/teaktrae-tectona-grandis-fro-5-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}