Likely Northern Red Oak; the image shows a leafy twig rather than a wood sample. Alternatives include Pin Oak or other red-oak species.
Quercus rubra (probable) · Hardwood (angiosperm/deciduous)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (angiosperm/deciduous)
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the northeastern and Great Lakes regions.
- Hardness
- 1,220 lbf Janka; Hard.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited decay resistance and is not notably weather-resistant.
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Grain Pattern
Typical red-oak lumber has mostly straight grain, prominent open pores, and cathedral figure when flat-sawn; no cut wood is visible here.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is pinkish to reddish brown, sapwood nearly white to gray-brown; it darkens and warms with light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1,220 lbf Janka; Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited decay resistance and is not notably weather-resistant.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$9 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried lumber; figure, grade, and region can change pricing substantially.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Not determinable from a living twig; the bark and foliage indicate fresh, actively growing material.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, millwork, veneer, interior trim, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the northeastern and Great Lakes regions.
Workability
Machines and glues well, though open pores require filling for a smooth finish; can splinter and has moderate-to-high movement with moisture.
Finish Recommendations
Sand progressively and use stain, oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; pore filling is optional for a glass-smooth surface.
Notable Features
Pointed, bristle-tipped lobes and relatively deep sinuses support a red-oak identification; end grain would show large open pores.