Physical and Mechanical Properties of <I>Enterolobium contortisiliquum</I> (syn.<I>Enterolobium timbouva</I>)

Abstract

Physical and mechanical properties in green and air dry conditions of Enterolobium contortisiliquum from FRL Campus, Bangalore have been reported. On compar son with "standard teak" (Tectona grandis) it is found that strength values are considerably lower than the corresponding, values. The timber is classified as light, very weak, not tough, very steady and very soft. It is considered worth trying for turnery articles like toys. Models, bangles etc. Besides drawing boards, picture frames and cigar boxes.