Geronggang
The Standard Malaysian Name for the lightweight timbers of Cratoxylum spp. (Guttiferae). Vernacular names applied include dat (Sarawak), di-it (Sarawak), kirap (Sarawak), labakan (Sarawak), manat (Sarawak), mertilan (Sarawak), pidang (Sarawak), serungan (Sabah), serungan labakan (Sarawak), tat (Sarawak) and timau (Sarawak).
Color :
Dark Pink or Light Brick-Red
Air-dry Density (kg/m3):
350-610
Classification:
Light Hardwood
Uses :
The timber is suitable for decorative works, joinery, furniture, cabinet making, counter tops, panelling, mouldings, interior finishing, ornamental items, clogs, plywood, particleboard, wood-wool cement-board, pencil manufacture and staircase (apron lining and handrail).
