66th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2020

Clove, a spice, is obtained from which part of the plant?

aFruit
bStem
cRoot
dFlower bud✓ Correct
eNone of the above/More than one of the above

Explanation

Cloves are dried flower buds, used in food items, as a pain reliever, etc. The botanical name of clove is *Syzygium aromaticum*, which belongs to the family Myrtaceae. Indonesia is considered its place of origin, and it is used throughout the world. It is an evergreen tree, about 10–20 meters tall, and its leaves are large and oval.

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