The Standard Malaysian Name for the timbers of Madhuca utilis, Palaquium ridleyi and P. stellatum (Sapotaceae). Bitis is essentially a Peninsular Malaysian name and in Sabah and Sarawak, the timber is not differentiated from the lighter species and they are sold together as nyatoh.
Uses :
The timber is suitable for all forms of heavy construction, bridges, marine construction, piling, posts, beams, joists, rafters, railway sleepers, flooring (heavy traffic), fender supports, poles, mallets, tool handles (impact), laboratory benches, heavy duty furniture, columns (heavy duty), door and window frames and sills, staircase (newels, risers, treads, bullnoses, round ends and winders), vehicle bodies (framework and floor boards), telegraphic and power transmission posts and cross arms.
