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sundari

sundari

9.9
A mangrove tree from the Sundarbans with strong, durable wood
  • noun
  • Indian
translation icon : sundarí
  • The sundari is an important source of timber for local communities in the Sundarbans.

Examples

  • Conservationists are working to protect the endangered sundari from overharvesting and habitat loss.

  • Many animals find shelter among the roots of the sundari trees along the riverbanks.

  • The sundari tree is essential for the local ecosystem.

  • Many sundaris grow along the riverbanks in the Sundarbans.

  • The sundari tree is known for its strong, durable wood, making it ideal for furniture production.

  • In the Sundarbans, the sundari provides not only timber but also plays a crucial role in coastal protection.

  • To support the local economy, craftsmen often use sundari wood for making various artisanal products.

How Durable

ebony
4 5.5
sundari
  • Indian
9.9
teak
3 5.4
cedar
12 3.1
alder
1 6.8

Surface Forms

sundari singular
sundaris plural

Etymology

Sundari for the mangrove tree comes from the same root sundara ('beautiful') and is linked to the Sundarbans ('beautiful forest') where the tree grows, so the name ties the tree to its home and its valued, strong wood.