Question

    From which part of the tree is the spice 'clove' derived?

    A Root Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Fruit Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Flower bud Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Stem Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Clove is the aromatic flower bud of the Syzygium aromaticum tree, which belongs to the Myrtaceae family. Initially, the flower buds are pale, then turn green, and finally become crimson red when ready to be harvested.

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