Mandioqueira

Qualea brevipedicellata Stafl.

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.

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