Yellow Birch

Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis)

Common Names: Yellow Birch

Distribution: Northeastern North America

Color/Appearance: Heartwood tends to be a light reddish brown, with nearly white sapwood.

Janka Hardness: 1,260 lb_f

Density: 3.58 lb/b.f.

Shrinkage: 1

Radial (thickness): 7.3%

Tangential (width): 9.5%,

Volumetric (total): 16.8%,

T/R Ratio (width to depth): 1.3

Allergies/Toxicity: 1 Usually most common reactions simply include skin and respiratory irritation.

Controlled species: CITES: no, IUCN: no

Common Uses: Plywood, boxes, crates, turned objects, interior trim and other small specialty wood items.