Trade Names
Curupixa
Latin Names
Micropholis venulosa
Similar to
Hard Maple, Amercian Birch
Origin
South America
Range
In South America’s tropical area, mainly in the Amazona basin and Guyana. The tree reaches heights up to 40 m and diameters up to 90 cm.
Uses
Hardly known in Europe as veneer wood. Some demand as figured veneers in Asia and on the American continent. Used there for interior construction and for furniture production. In South America, Curupixa is used in the veneer production and also for plywood, parquetry and construction wood. Most veneers are manufactured as quarters.
Properties
The wood is yellowish to gray-brown, sometimes with a rosy touch. The structure is smooth and even, no prominent appearance.
Machining
Requires machining with carbide tools which still tend to dull.
Seasoning
Only slight tendency to warp and check.
Finishing
Takes stains and lacquers very well.
Jointing
Problem-free; screw and nail joints hold well.