Bitternut Hickory | Properties, Uses, and Identification

Bitternut Hickory

Introduction Bitternut Hickory (Carya cordiformis) is a medium to a large deciduous tree that is native to Eastern North America, the best growth in moist valleys. It is also called Swamp hickory. There are over 16 species of hickory, and they share some similar characteristics. Some species may have different characteristics. Bitternut is well-known for … Read more

Pignut Hickory | Properties, Uses, and Identification

Pignut Hickory

Introduction Pignut Hickory (Carya glabra) is a medium to a large deciduous tree that is native to the Eastern United States and Canada. There are over 16 species of hickory, and they share some similar characteristics. Pignut is a well-known species among the other Hickory species. Which is known for its nuts and lumber.  # … Read more

Black Ironwood | Black Ironwood Tree Facts

Black Ironwood | Black Ironwood Tree Facts

Black Ironwood Black Ironwood(Krugiodendron ferreum) is known for its density, hardness, and strength. It is widespread in Southern Florida, the Caribbean, and Central America.  It occurs in the bush, littoral scrub, and evergreen forest.  Black Ironwood belongs to the ironwood family. In which all the woods are as hard as iron. All wood species in … Read more

European Larch vs American Larch vs Japanese Larch

European Larch vs American Larch vs Japanese Larch

European Larch (Larix decidua) is native to the mountains of central Europe. It is a medium-size to large deciduous coniferous tree and forested in almost all countries of central and northern Europe. The lifespan is generally up to 200 years.   European larch has higher sapwood and less heartwood content. Sapwood and heartwood can be easily … Read more

Larch Wood | Uses, Pros, and Cons

What is Larch Wood?

What is Larch Wood? Larch wood comes from the coniferous trees of the genus Larix, which belong to the pine family (Pinaceae). There are between 10 to 12 species of larch, all native to the colder regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Unlike most conifers, which are evergreen, larch trees are deciduous, meaning they lose their … Read more

Australian Cypress | Is Australian Cypress Good for Flooring?

Australian Cypress

What is Australian Cypress? Australian Cypress(Callitris Columellaris)  is a species of coniferous tree in the Cypress family. It is commonly known as White Cypress Pine, Murray River Cypress-pine, and Northern Cypress-pine. Australian Cypress is a softwood species that is harder than Red Oak and other softwood. It is known for its durability, great strength, and … Read more