Origin
Tropical South America.
Working properties
Sawing: Power required.
Machining: Difficulties due to hardness
Gluing: Special precaution needed
Nailing: Good holding of nails. Pre-boring necessary
Finishing: Good
General description
Blunting effect: High (silica)
Drying: Requires care, air-seasoning recommended. Risk of distortion and checking are high.
Wood Bending: —
Natural durability: Very good
Termites: Good
Preservative treatment: Probably poor
Insects of dry wood : Good
Main uses
Heavy construction, ship building (keel), flooring, tool handle, wagon tray, harbour construction, warehouse, sleeper.
