Taun (Akwa)

Taun heartwood varies in colour from pink-brown, darkening with age. The grain is straight, occasonally interlocked and uneven.

Details

  • Botanical Name: Pometia pinnata
  • Country of origin: Solomon Islands
  • Density: 710kg/m3
  • Durability: Moderately Durable
  • Shrinkage: Medium
  • Reasonable machining properties and is a good bending timber