Likely American sycamore (also called American planetree); this is a standing tree, not a cut wood sample.
Platanus occidentalis · Hardwood (angiosperm); identification from the tree’s bark and leaves.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (angiosperm); identification from the tree’s bark and leaves.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, commonly in moist bottomlands and streamside forests.
- Hardness
- 770 lbf (Soft); species-level reference value, not measured from this tree.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; sycamore heartwood has limited natural resistance to decay and outdoor exposure.
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Grain Pattern
Not visible. The broad, mottled exfoliating bark and large, palmately lobed leaves are consistent with sycamore.
Color & Appearance
Bark is patchy gray, cream, and greenish-white, peeling to reveal lighter inner bark. Heartwood and sapwood colors cannot be assessed from the image.
Hardness (Janka)
770 lbf (Soft); species-level reference value, not measured from this tree.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; sycamore heartwood has limited natural resistance to decay and outdoor exposure.
Value & Age
Roughly US$3–8 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried lumber; figured or high-grade veneer may cost more.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be reliably estimated from the photograph; trunk size and bark do not establish age.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, veneer, boxes, butcher blocks, turning, and interior trim.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, commonly in moist bottomlands and streamside forests.
Workability
Generally machines and glues well, though interlocked grain can tear during planing; it may be challenging to dry without defects.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly and use a clear oil, lacquer, or polyurethane; test stain first, as uneven absorption can occur.
Notable Features
Distinctive exfoliating, camouflage-like bark; the wood may show attractive flecking when quarter-sawn.