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Massaranduba
(Manilkara bidentata)
Also known as Brazilian Redwood
Common Names : Acana, Aus, Ausabo, Balata, Balata franc, Balata gomme, Balata rouge, Beefwood, Bolletri, Bolletrie, Bulletwood, Chicozapota, Macaranduba, Maparajuba, Massarandu, Nispero, Pamashto, Paraju, Quinilla colorada, Red balata.
Regions of Origin : Central America, Latin America
Countries of Origin: Guyana, Mexico, Puerto Rico [US], Dominican Republic, Panama, Guyana, Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, French Guiana, Peru, Suriname
Color: The heartwood is light to dark reddish brown in color. The color has also been described as dull plum red.
Tree: The tree is usually large, attaining heights of 100 to 150 feet, with diameters of 24 to 48 inches, (60 to 120 cm), sometimes reaching 6 feet (1.8 m). Trees are usually swollen at the base, and boles are often straight and clear to about 60 feet (18 m).
Grain: The grain is straight, sometimes slightly wavy or interlocked with a very fine texture.
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Source Countries: Brazil, Colombia, Dominican Republic, French Guiana, Guyana, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Suriname, Venezuela Massaranduba is one of the finest products available for exterior decking. Few decking materials combine the beauty of real wood with natural durability, strength and easy maintenance. Massaranduba is well-known throughout South America and Europe as one of the hardest and most durable species available.
photoMassaranduba is an environmentally responsible alternative to chemically treated and composite decking products. Nearly blemish free, Massaranduba is strong enough to use 1" boards in place of 5/4" or 2" boards.
Massaranduba is a dark red wood which will fade to a silver gray if left untreated. To retain the rich color, an oil based finish with ultraviolet inhibitors is recommended. Regular cleaning and reapplication of finish will ensure that the wood retains its luster for many years.
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