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The Night-flowering Jasmine is the state flower of West Bengal. What is its botanical name?
The Night-flowering Jasmine is the state flower of West Bengal. What is its botanical name?
medium Q14 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Understand the state flower and its botanical name
The question tests knowledge of the official state flower and its scientific name.Step 2: Match botanical names
Nyctanthes arbor-tristis is the botanical name of Night-flowering Jasmine, the state flower of West Bengal. Jasminum sambac is Arabian Jasmine, Plumeria alba is Frangipani, and Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is Hibiscus.Final Answer:
Nyctanthes arbor-tristis → Option CQuick Check:
West Bengal state flower botanical name = Nyctanthes arbor-tristis ✅
Quick Trick: Associate 'Nyctanthes' with night-flowering jasmine.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing common jasmine with night-flowering jasmine's botanical name.
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