Schinopsis quebracho-colorado
Schinopsis quebracho-colorado
Safety & Hazards
The sawdust may cause headaches, dermatitis and asthma[ 341 Title South American Timbers: the Properties, Uses and Characteristics of 190 Species. Publication Author Bolza. E. & Christensen. F.J. Publisher Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization Year 1979 ISBN 0 643 02582 0 Description A very useful guide. ].
Botanical Description
Quebracho colorado is a tree growing 20 - 25 metres tall. The bole, which is moderately straight, can be 30 - 80cm in diameter and clear of branches for the first 8 - 10 metres[ 341 Title South American Timbers: the Properties, Uses and Characteristics of 190 Species. Publication Author Bolza. E. & Christensen. F.J. Publisher Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization Year 1979 ISBN 0 643 02582 0 Description A very useful guide. ]. Large trees may be attacked by heart rot[ 341 Title South American Timbers: the Properties, Uses and Characteristics of 190 Species. Publication Author Bolza. E. & Christensen. F.J. Publisher Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization Year 1979 ISBN 0 643 02582 0 Description A very useful guide. ]. The wood is especially valued as a source of tannins, which are extracted on a commercial basis. Because of its great durability, the wood is also used for a range of outdoor purposes.