Ramin, a good-quality timber for furniture, is produced by the Gonystylus tree. Sandalwood, ebony, ulin and Palem-bang timber are other valuable forest products. Teakwood is a product of man-made forests in Java. Because the flora is so rich many people in Indonesia have made a good living of this natural resource. About 6,000 species of plants are known to be used directly or indirectly by the people.
Flowers are indispensable in ceremonial, customary and traditional rites.
To care for animals and plants in the country, the fifth of November was designated as the national Flora and Fauna Day. These decisions complement the previous designation of Indonesia's national flowers. Back to Top Information provided by the Directorate of Foreign Information Services, Department of Information, Republic of Indonesia. AsianInfo.org - All Rights Reserved.