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What are multipurpose trees? Give the botanical and local names of any two multipurpose trees known to you and list their uses.

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Multipurpose trees are that which are grown for more than one purpose or benefits. They may provide food in the form of fruit, seeds, or roots; and also provides firewood, medicines, fibres, etc. 

(i) Neem (Azadirachta indicd)— Used as insect repellent, antibiotic, firewood and windbreaks.

(ii) Coconut palm (Cocos nucifera)— Used for food, purified water (juice from inside the coconut), roof thatching, firewood, shade and rope making.

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