 | Common name (English) Pochote Common name (Spanish) Pochote – Cedro macho – Cedro espinozo Scientific name Pochota quinata / Pachira quinata / Bombacopsis quinatum Family Malvaceae Distribution or habitat Pochote can be found in the tropical dry forests of Costa Rica , Nicaragua , Panama , Venezuela and Colombia. Description It is used to make furniture, cabinets, window and door frames and for making veneer. Perhaps the similarity to Spanish Cedar is the straightness of the wood and its color. Janka hardness 720 pounds-force 3205 Newtons Average dried weight 565 kg/m3 Color and Appearance Pink-red Workability Its easy workability and its excellent finish and appearance made a great replacement for Spanish cedar. Durability The wood of the species is very valuable and desirable for its high dimensional stability, its resistance to attack of termites and pests. Commercial availability Pochote is available by container load. Can be supply in a regular basis. Export Restrictions None. |
