Prunus serotina
Known also as American black cherry.
Where it grows
Cherry grows throughout Eastern USA. Main areas are Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York States.
| Appearance | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sapwood | creamy white |  |
| Heartwood |
red to reddis brown, darkening on exposure |
|
| Grain | straight | |
| Height |
100 ft with diameter 2'-5' |
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| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Average weight at 12% M.C ( kg/m³) | 561 |
| Specific gravity at 12 % M.C. | 0,50 |
| Average Volumetric Shrinkage Green to 6 % M.C (%) | 9,2 |
| Crushing strength |
medium |
| Bending strength | medium |
| Modulus of Elasticity (Mpa) | 10,274 |
| Hardness (N) | 4226 |
| Processing | |
|---|---|
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« Poor
Good »
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| Drying |  |
| Machining | |
| Wood Bending | |
| Gluing | |
| Nailing | |
| Finishing | |
End Uses
Flooring, joinery and moulding, turning and carving, panelling, doors, cabinets and furniture.
Remarks
The heartwood is moderately resistant to treatment with preservatives. The wood has medium density and good bending properties.
