Virola
Virola (Virola spp.)
Common names: Epená, Patricá, Cumala Banak, Bogabaní, Cedro Bastardo, Fruta Dorada, Manteco, Miguelarillo, Mollejo, Palo de Sangre, Sangre Real, Sangredrago, Sebo, Tabeque, Bicuiba, Cumala, Baboen, Camaticaro
Distribution : South America
Color/appearance : Pinkish golden-brown or deep reddish-brown. The sapwood, a lighter cream color, is not sharply demarcated.
Janka hardness: 640 lbf
Density: 2.33 lbf
Shrinkage: 1
Radial (thickness): 5.3%
Tangential (width): 12.4%,
Volumetric (total):17.7%,
T/R Ratio (width to depth): 2.3
Allergies/Toxicity: 1 In addition to the standard health risks associated with any type of wood dust, Virola
Sustainability: CITES: No, IUCN: No
Common Uses: Sliced veneer and plywood, particle and fiberboard, furniture components, boxes and crates, light construction, general carpentry, interior paneling and other millwork. It is used for doors, windows, and moldings.
