The Tree
A large unbuttressed tree reaching a height of 50m with bole diameters of 0.5m to 1m producing clear boles of up to 30m that are cylindrical but highly tapered.

The Timber
The timber is whitish or straw-coloured with no differentiation between the heartwood and sapwood.There are occasional oily streaks. The timber is lustrous with a medium texture and a straight grain.

Drying
This timber is easy to dry with little or no degrade.

Strength
In bending and compression similar to obeche but the MOE is twice that of obeche.

Working Qualities
Easy - Achieves a good finish.