LONGHI
tropical timber species
Botanical name of LONGHI:
Chrysophyllum africanum, Chrysophyllum lacourtianum, Chrysophyllum perpulchrum, Chrysophyllum subnudum, Chrysophyllum p.p.
Uses:
- Structures and panels
- Carpentry and interior fittings
- Miscellaneous uses
Uses class:
Uses Class 1
Class of resistance:
Class 4 - poorly durable
Density (at 12% of wood moisture):
0.75
Resistance to marin borer:
No - cannot be used in marine environment or in brackish water
CITES:
No registration
Average longitudinal modulus of elasticity (moisture at 12%), in MPa:
18490
Color:
Yellow brown
Origin:
Africa
Stability:
Moderately stable
Number of uses for LONGHI: 3
Number of providers for LONGHI: 1
About
LONGHI tropical timber
Products workable from this species1 Structures and panels
1.1 Lightweight structures
1.2 Glued laminated timber
1.4 Plywood, inside face and outside face
1.6 Sliced veneer
3 Carpentry and interior fittings
3.1 Wooden floors
3.2 Interior staircases
3.3 Doors and door frames
3.5 Interior panelling and cladding
3.6 Layout and furnishings
3.7 Furniture and cabinetmaking
7 Miscellaneous uses
7.2 Turnery, cutlery and brushmaking
7.5 Sculptures