Common names Groenhart/Greenheart Lapacho Pau d’arco Caixeta Amapa Scientific name Chlorocardium rodiaei Family Lauraceae Uses Indoors as well as outdoors Bridge joists, Cabinetmaking, Decorative veneer, Domestic flooring, Exterior trim & siding, Interior trim, Marine construction, Naval architecture, Railroad ties, Tool handles, Turnery, Vehicle parts, Barge fenders, Bedroom suites, Bridge beams, Bridge construction. Tree description Tree size bole 15 – 18m, tree height 25- 45 m Diameter: 45 – 100 cm Log shape: straight, cylindrical tree base with rootspurs or buttresses. Wood description: Sapwood: distinct, yellowish Heartwood: olive brown to blackish with lighter or dark streaks Grain: slightly or highly interlocked Texture: fine to medium Technological characteristics: Green density (g/cm3): 1.28 Air dry density at 12 % mc: 1.05 Basic specific gravity: 0.96 Mechanical properties: Bending strength at 12 % MC (N/mm2): 180 Modules of elasticity (MOE) at 12 % (N/mm2): 18300 Crushing strength at 12 % (N/mm2): 97 Processing: Sawing: difficult, power required, blunting effect; moderate Drying: slow drying, US kiln schedule T3-m C1 for 25 to 38mm Machining: moderate difficult, power required Nailing: pre boring recommended Finishing: good Veneering: pre-steaming before slicing recommended Gluing: with special precautions Natural durability: Decay fungi: very good Termites: very good Marine bores: poor to moderate Available in sawn wood in the measurements (inches) 1’’ x 3’’ 1” x 4” 1” x 6” All your required dimensions are welcome and can be negotiated.