Mandioqueira

Trade Name: Mandioqueira

Scientific Name: Qualea brevipedicellata Stafl.

Common Names:

• United States: Mandioqueira

• Canada: Mandioqueira

• United Kingdom: Mandioqueira

• France: Mandioqueira

• French Guyana: Mandioqueira

• Australia: Mandioqueira

• Japan: Mandioqueira

• Taiwan: Mandioqueira

• China: Mandioqueira

• South Korea: Mandioqueira

• Thailand: Mandioqueira

• India: Mandioqueira

• Suriname: Mandioqueira

• Guyana: Mandioqueira

• Brazil: Mandioqueira

• Germany: Mandioqueira

• Italy: Mandioqueira

• Portugal: Mandioqueira

• Peru: Mandioqueira

• Bolivia: Mandioqueira

• Panama: Mandioqueira

Growing Areas: Native to tropical regions of South America, particularly the Amazon Basin.

Distribution: Found primarily in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Tree Size: Can reach heights of 100-130 feet, with trunk diameters of 3-5 feet.

Average Dried Weight: Approximately 44 lbs/ft3 (705 kg/m3).

Specific Gravity (Basic, 12% MC): 0.53, 0.70

Janka Hardness: 1,630 lbf (7,250 N)

Modulus of Rupture: 13,500 lbf/in2 (93.1 MPa)

Elastic Modulus: 1,930,000 lbf/in2 (13.31 GPa)

Crushing Strength: 7,490 lbf/in2 (51.6 MPa)

Shrinkage:

• Radial: 4.3%

• Tangential: 7.6%

• Volumetric: 12.1%

• T/R Ratio: 1.8

Color/Appearance: Heartwood is light to medium brown, sometimes with a reddish hue. The sapwood is lighter and is clearly demarcated from the heartwood.

Grain/Texture: The grain is generally straight to slightly interlocked. The texture is medium to coarse, with a moderate natural luster.

Rot Resistance: Rated as moderately durable to durable, with good resistance to decay and moderate resistance to insect attacks.

Workability: Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools. However, the wood can sometimes be challenging due to its density. It glues, stains, and finishes well.

Odor: Mandioqueira has no distinctive odor.

Allergies/Toxicity: Mandioqueira has not been reported to cause significant health reactions, but standard precautions (dust masks, gloves) are recommended.

Pricing/Availability: Moderately priced and relatively available, though prices can vary depending on the region and quality of the wood.

Sustainability: Not listed in the CITES Appendices, but responsible sourcing from certified sustainable forestry operations is recommended to ensure environmental protection.

Common Uses:

• Flooring

• Furniture

• Cabinetry

• Veneer

• Plywood

• Millwork

• Joinery

• Heavy construction (beams, posts)

Mandioqueira is a versatile and durable wood species, well-suited for a wide range of applications. Its moderate durability and attractive appearance make it suitable for both structural and decorative uses.