Kaudamu

Scientific Name:Myristica Chartacea
Family Name: Myristicaceae
Other Names: Darah Darah, Duguan, Kumpang, Mutwinda, Penaraham, Tambolau, Nutmeg

Description

It is a versatile general purpose timber

Use and Application

It can be used for joinery, interior panelling, mouldings, furniture, covered flooring, turnery, light tool handles, novelties, light construction, boxing etc.

Scientific Values

Density(kg/cm): 572 - 592
Stiffness(kg/ccm): 119 - 1000
Toughness(cm-kg): 9.3
Hardness(kN): 93
Shearing Strength(Kg/scm): 98
Max. Crushing Strength(kg/scm): 473
Bending Strength (kg/scm): 841
Durability in Ground (Years): Durable