Most likely rubber tree; alternatives include another soft, pale tropical hardwood such as Cecropia or guava.
Hevea brasiliensis (probable) · Hardwood (angiosperm/deciduous); tropical plantation timber
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (angiosperm/deciduous); tropical plantation timber
- Origin
- Native to the Amazon basin; widely cultivated across Southeast Asia, especially Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
- Hardness
- About 960 lbf Janka; Medium.
- Durability
- Non-durable outdoors; susceptible to fungal decay, insects, and weathering without protection.
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Grain Pattern
Straight to mildly interlocked grain, coarse-to-medium texture, with faint growth bands and a small irregular knot or wound figure; appears freshly crosscut.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light tan wood with slightly darker heartwood and subdued luster; typically yellows and browns moderately with light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
About 960 lbf Janka; Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable outdoors; susceptible to fungal decay, insects, and weathering without protection.
Value & Age
Approximately US$2–5 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried stock; figured or high-grade material may cost more.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Recently felled or freshly cut; little oxidation, patina, or wear is visible.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, panels, toys, turned objects, and plantation timber products.
Geographic Origin
Native to the Amazon basin; widely cultivated across Southeast Asia, especially Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Workability
Generally easy to saw, machine, sand, glue, and fasten; kiln drying is important because fresh wood can stain or warp.
Finish Recommendations
Use a clean, sealed surface with shellac, lacquer, oil, or polyurethane; sand evenly and apply a stain-blocking sealer if discoloration appears.
Notable Features
Lightweight-to-medium density, relatively uniform pale appearance, and visible latex-tree bark; the photograph lacks diagnostic end-grain detail.