Monkeypod (Raintree) Hardwood Lumber

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So named for the spiral-shaped fruit pods which the tree bears. Outside of Hawaii, one of the most common names for the species is Raintree, which is due to the leaves’ tendency to fold up at night or during periods of rainfall, allowing rain to pass through its broad canopy to the vegetation below. Trees are commonly planted in tropical regions as an ornamental shrub or shade tree.

Color: Color tends to be a golden to dark brown, sometimes with darker streaks. Sapwood is usually thin and yellow/white, clearly demarcated from the heartwood. Monkeypod is sometimes seen with highly figured curly or wild grain patterns.

Grain: Grain is usually straight, but can also be interlocked or wavy. Texture is medium to coarse, with medium to large open pores and a moderate natural luster.

Workability: Monkeypod is generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though any interlocked grain may result in fuzzy or torn grain during planing operations. Glues and finishes well.

Physical properties: Monkey Pod is durable, strong, rot, and decay-resistant hardwood. It is a versatile wood that can be used for all types of indoor and outdoor applications.

Due to its dense interlocked grain, it does not absorb moisture, these properties make it an ideal choice for outdoor uses.

Monkeypod is a long-sized tree that is a fast-growing tree that has been introduced to many tropical countries. It is a dense and attractive tree that is used as a shade tree or ornamental tree.

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