Merawan Wood: Characteristics and Applications Introduction Merawan wood refers to the light wood obtained from various species of the Hopea genus (family Dipterocarpaceae). In Malaysia, it is commonly known as “Merawan” with different epithets depending on the region, such as “Luis” and “Mang” in Sarawak, and “Selangan” in Sabah and Sarawak. In Sabah, “Gagil”…
Mengkulang Wood: Characteristics and Uses Introduction Mengkulang is the standard Malaysian name for the light timber derived from the Heritiera species (Sterculiaceae family). This wood is known by various vernacular names across Malaysia, including Mengkulang (Peninsular Malaysia), Jambu Keluang (Melaka), Kembang (Sabah), Melabu (Sarawak), and Melima (Peninsular Malaysia). The main species include H. albiflora,…
Mempisang wood INTRODUCTION The Standard Malaysian Name for the timber of the family Annonaceae. Vernacular names applied include akau (Sarawak), antoi (Peninsular Malaysia), jangkang (Peninsular Malaysia), karai (Sabah and Sarawak) with various epithets, kepayang babi (Sarawak), mangitan (Peninsular Malaysia), manitan (Peninsular Malaysia) and pisang-pisang (Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah). Major species include Alphonsea curtisii, A. elliptica, A. johorensis, A. maingayi; Cyathocalyx pruniferus, C. sumatranus; Mezzettia parviflora; Mitrephora maingayi, M. vulpina; Monocarpia euneura;…
Melunak Wood: Characteristics and Uses Introduction Melunak is the Standard Malaysian Name for the wood of the Pentace species (Tiliaceae). This wood is recognized by various vernacular names such as balong ayam, baru, janda baik, kebal ayam, and kempayang hantu in Peninsular Malaysia. In Sarawak, it’s known as melunak, while in Sabah, it’s referred…
Mata Ulat Wood #### *Introduction* Mata Ulat is the Standard Malaysian Name for the wood derived from the *Kokoona* species, belonging to the Celastraceae family. This wood is commonly known by various vernacular names such as *bajan* in Sarawak and *perupok* in Peninsular Malaysia, with the latter also referred to as *perupok kuning*…
Machang Wood INTRODUCTION The Standard Malaysian Name for the wood of Mangifera spp. (Anacardiaceae). Many vernacular names for the species of this genus have been recorded and they include asam (Sabah) with various epithets, bachang (Peninsular Malaysia and Sarawak), lanjut (Peninsular Malaysia), figured asam (Sabah), machang api (Peninsular Malaysia), machang hutan (Peninsular Malaysia), mangga (Peninsular Malaysia), mempelam (Peninsular Malaysia), pauh (Peninsular Malaysia), rawa (Peninsular Malaysia) and other localised names too numerous to list here. Major forest species…
Light Red Meranti: Versatile and Timeless Wood Light Red Meranti Wood (LRM) is a pink-red, lightweight wood from the genus *Shorea* (Dipterocarpaceae). Known by various names across Malaysia and other regions, LRM is valued for its versatility and aesthetic appeal. Major species include *S. acuminata*, *S. dasyphylla*, *S. hemsleyana*, *S. johorensis*, *S. lepidota*, *S. leprosula*,…
Kulim Wood: A Versatile Medium Hardwood for Various Applications Kulim wood , known scientifically as *Scorodocarpus borneensis* (Olacaceae), is a notable wood species in Malaysia. Commonly referred to as “bawang hutan” in Sabah and Sarawak, and “ungsunah” in Sarawak, this monotypic wood is characterized by its light yellow sapwood, distinctly separated from its dark purple-brown…
Kembang Semangkok: Versatile Timber for Quality Woodwork **Introduction** Kembang Semangkok is the Standard Malaysian Name for the wood derived from the Scaphium species (Sterculiaceae family). Known as SAMRONG in the ASEAN standard (originating from Thailand) and KAPAS-KAPASAN in Indonesia, this wood is recognized for its versatility and distinctive appearance. In Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and…
Keruing wood: A Versatile Heavy Hardwood for Durable Construction Keruing wood, known by its Standard Malaysian Name, refers to the wood of the genus Dipterocarpus spp. (Dipterocarpaceae). Commonly found in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak, it is recognized by various vernacular names such as keruing, seraya batu, and red seraya. The species include D. elongatus,…