Eastern Cottonwood (Copy)
Eastern Cottonwood (Populus deltoides)
Common names: Necklace poplar
Distribution : Central and eastern United States
Color/appearance : Heartwood tends to be a light brown. Sapwood is a pale yellow to nearly white, and isn’t clearly demarcated, tending to gradually blend into the heartwood.
Janka hardness: 430 lbf
Density: 2.33 lbf
Allergies/Toxicity: Besides the standard health risks associated with any type of wood dust, no further health reactions have been associated with Eastern Cottonwood.
Sustainability: CITES: No, IUCN: No
Common Uses: Boxes/crates, veneer, plywood, sculpting, turning and various utility purposes.
