Spanish Cedar
Spanish Cedar (Cedrela odorata)
Common Names: Spanish Cedar, Cedro
Distribution: Native to Central and South America and the Caribbean; also grown on plantations
Color/Appearance: Heartwood is a relatively uniform light pinkish to reddish brown
Janka Hardness: 600 lbf
Density: 2.42 lb/b.f.
Shrinkage: 1
Radial (thickness): 4.1%
Tangential (width): 6.2%,
Volumetric (total): 10.2%,
T/R Ratio (width to depth): 1.5
Allergies/Toxicity: 1 Spanish Cedar wood dust has been reported as a respiratory irritant.
Controlled species: CITES: yes (Appendix III), IUCN: yes
Common Uses: Veneer, plywood, cabinetry, musical instruments, (flamenco and classical guitars), humidors and boatbuilding.
