Hububalli

Trade Name: Hububalli

Scientific Name: Loxopterygium sagotii

Common Names in Different Countries:

• United States: Hububalli

• Canada: Hububalli

• United Kingdom: Hububalli

• France: Hububalli

• French Guyana: Hububalli

• Australia: Hububalli

• Japan: フブバリ (Fububari)

• Taiwan: 胡布巴里 (Hú bù bā lǐ)

• China: 胡布巴里 (Hú bù bā lǐ)

• South Korea: 후부발리 (Hububalli)

• Thailand: ฮูบุบาลลิ (Hububalli)

• India: हुबुबली (Hububali)

• Suriname: Hububalli

• Guyana: Hububalli

• Brazil: Hububalli

• Germany: Hububalli

• Italy: Hububalli

• Portugal: Hububalli

• Peru: Hububalli

• Bolivia: Hububalli

• Panama: Hububalli

Growing Areas:

Hububalli is native to the tropical regions of South America, primarily found in countries like Guyana, French Guiana, Suriname, and northern Brazil.

Distribution:

This species is distributed throughout the northern part of South America, flourishing in lowland tropical rainforests and occasionally in floodplain areas.

Tree Size:

Hububalli trees can reach heights of 80-120 feet (25-35 meters), with trunk diameters ranging from 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters).

Average Dried Weight:

45 lbs/ft³ (720 kg/m³)

Specific Gravity (Basic, 12% MC):

• Basic: 0.58

• 12% MC: 0.72

Janka Hardness:

1,720 lbf (7,650 N)

Modulus of Rupture:

17,000 lbf/in² (117.2 MPa)

Elastic Modulus:

2,150,000 lbf/in² (14.82 GPa)

Crushing Strength:

9,600 lbf/in² (66.2 MPa)

Shrinkage:

• Radial: 4.8%

• Tangential: 7.9%

• Volumetric: 12.6%

• T/R Ratio: 1.6

Additional Information

Color/Appearance:

Hububalli heartwood is typically a light to medium reddish-brown, with occasional darker streaks. The sapwood is lighter and well-defined, creating a sharp contrast with the heartwood. Over time, the wood can darken slightly, enhancing its warm, inviting appearance.

Grain/Texture:

The grain of Hububalli is usually straight to slightly interlocked, with a fine to medium texture. It has a good natural luster, giving it a smooth and attractive finish.

Rot Resistance:

Hububalli is known for its moderate to good resistance to decay. It is generally resistant to insect attacks, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Workability:

Hububalli is relatively easy to work with both hand and machine tools. It turns, glues, and finishes well, though the high density can dull cutting edges more quickly. Pre-drilling is recommended for nailing and screwing to avoid splitting.

Odor:

Hububalli has a mild, non-offensive scent when being worked, which generally fades after the wood is finished.

Allergies/Toxicity:

While severe reactions are rare, Hububalli can cause mild skin and respiratory irritation in some individuals. Proper precautions, such as wearing dust masks and using adequate ventilation, are advised during processing.

Pricing/Availability:

Hububalli is moderately priced and generally available in lumber form, though availability can vary depending on the region and market demand. It is considered a good value for its properties.

Sustainability:

Hububalli is not listed on the CITES Appendices and is not currently considered threatened. However, it is important to ensure that it is sourced from well-managed forests to promote sustainable practices.

Common Uses:

• Furniture

• Cabinetry

• Flooring

• Interior trim

• Turned objects

• Veneers

• Musical instruments

Hububalli’s combination of strength, workability, and aesthetic appeal makes it a versatile choice for a wide range of high-quality woodworking projects.