Pulai Wood: Characteristics and Applications Pulai wood, sourced from Alstonia spp., is widely known for its light color and versatile uses. It is commonly referred to as mergalang, pulai, and sayongan across Malaysia and Southeast Asia, with international names such as Milky Pine and White Cheesewood. The wood is cream to light yellow in color,…
Podo Wood: Characteristics and Applications Introduction Podo wood comes from species such as Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Nageia spp., and Podocarpus spp. It is known by various names across Malaysia and Southeast Asia, such as podo, jati bukit, rempayan, and kayu china. The wood’s heartwood has a light yellow to golden-brown hue with a greenish tinge, making…
Discover Petai wood: A Versatile Wood for Interior Works and Beyond Petai wood, scientifically known as Parkia spp. (Leguminosae), is a distinctive wood species native to Malaysia. It is commonly referred to by various vernacular names such as “kupang” in Sabah, “kerayong” in Peninsular Malaysia, and “petai” in Peninsular Malaysia and Sarawak. Notable species…
Penyau Wood: The Ultimate Choice for Durability and Strength Introduction Penyau, the Standard Malaysian Name and ASEAN Standard Name for Upuna borneensis (family Dipterocarpaceae), is a renowned wood species known for its resilience and strength. In Malaysia, it is commonly referred to as “penyau,” while in Indonesia, it’s known as balau penyau or penyau tanduk.…
Exploring the Potential of Oil Palm Wood: An Underutilized Resource Introduction Oil Palm wood refers to the wood from the Elaeis guineensis palm, which belongs to the Palmae family. Native to the tropical rainforests of West Africa, this palm species naturally occurs from Senegal to Angola, extending further along the Congo River. Although oil palm…
Nyatoh Wood: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction Nyatoh is the Standard Malaysian Name for light, reddish wood from the family Sapotaceae. This versatile wood is known by various names across Malaysia, including bengku, ekor, jangkar, rian, and more, depending on the region. Major species contributing to Nyatoh wood include Madhuca curtisii, M. kingiana, Palaquium gutta, P.…
Mersawa Wood: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction Mersawa is the Standard Malaysian Name for the wood of Anisoptera species, part of the Dipterocarpaceae family. Common vernacular names include kijal (Terengganu), loh (Pahang), medang sawa (Peninsular Malaysia), mersawa (Peninsular Malaysia and Sarawak), pengiran (Sabah), rengkong (Pahang), sanai (Peninsular Malaysia), and terbak (Kedah, Perlis, Kelantan). Major species…
Merpauh Wood: Versatile and Durable for Construction and Joinery Projects Introduction Merpauh is the Standard Malaysian Name for the wood derived from various species of the Swintonia genus, belonging to the Anacardiaceae family. Locally, it is known by several names, including Merpauh in Peninsular Malaysia, Rengas in Sabah, Pitoh in Sarawak, and Periang in…
Merbau Wood: Characteristics, Strength, and Applications Introduction Merbau wood, also known scientifically as Intsia spp., primarily I. palembanica (Leguminosae family), is one of the most recognized woods in Malaysia and across Southeast Asia. Other common names include *merbau ipil* (Peninsular Malaysia) and *ipil laut* (Sabah), particularly for I. bijuga. This highly regarded wood is…
Merbatu Wood: A Comprehensive Overview Introduction Merbatu is the Standard Malaysian Name and the ASEAN Standard Name for the wood of various species including Atuna spp., Kostermanthus spp., Licania spp., Maranthes corymbosa, and Parinari spp. (Chrysobalanaceae). The trees are also known by several other vernacular names such as kemalau (Peninsular Malaysia), kukut (Sarawak), mentelor (Peninsular…