Status: Vulnerable (Threatened) and widely available.
Other Common Names: Malay Padauk
Found in Southeast Asia, this member of the Fabaceae family
(Pterocarpus) grows to 60-100 feet in height and 3-5 feet in diameter.
Sapwood is a creamy white while the heartwood is Golden
Brown to Reddish Brown.
Dense with small pores, machines well and turns beautifully
Specific Gravity: .54-.65. Avg. Dry Weight: 41 pounds per cubic foot.
Spicy smell when cut/turned. Takes a finish easily.Sanding
dust can contaminate lighter woods if not careful.
Used to make Cabinetry and furniture.
Burl forms referred to as Amboyna are common. Used for
interior of luxury Autos.
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| Amboyna Burl |
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| Narra |
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