Origin of Wood Type |
USA & Canada |
Botanical Name |
Liriodendron tulipifera |
Specific Gravity |
0.51 |
Avg. Weight Per BF |
2.58 |
Color Range |
White – Pale Yellow/ Brown |
Rarity / Availability |
Readily Available |
Typical Avg. Width |
4″ to 15″, can be found up to 24″ wide |
Typical Avg. Length |
8′ to 16′ |
Avg. Waste Factor |
0.3 |
Wood Uses |
Wood Carving, Cabinetry, Light Construction Work, Interior Trim for Boats, Toys, Doors, Plywood and many other uses |
Lumber Grades |
Common 1 & 2, & FAS |
Other Trade Names |
American Whitewood, Tulip Poplar, Tulipwood, Tulip Tree |