American Cherry
Prunus Serotina
The heartwood varies from rich red to reddish brown and will darken on exposure to light. In contrast the sapwood is creamy white. The wood has a fine uniform straight grain, smooth texture, and can contain brown pith flecks and small gum pockets. Also known as Black Cherry.
Origin
North America
Density
561
Technical Data
- Density
- 561
- Modulus of Rupture Mpa Dry
- 84
- Radial Shrinkage
- 3%
- Hardness (janka) (kN)
- 4.0
- Finish
- Excellent
- Durability
- Non Durable
- Machining
- Excellent
- Split Resistance Screwing
- Good
- Split Resistance Nailing
- Good
- Gluing
- Good
- Growing Region
- North America
- Specific Gravity
- 0.50
- Modulus of Elasticity Gpa Dry
- 11
- Tangential Shrinkage
- 4%
- Stability
- Good
- Susceptible to Lyctus Borer
- Yes
- Availability
- Widely