Maderas latinoamericanas. VII. Calophyllum brasiliense, Couratari panamensis, Dendropanax arboreum y Bombacopsis sessilis

Abstract

Anatomical characteristics of four Central-American species: Bombacopsis sessilis (Benth.) Pittier, Calophyllum brasiliense Camb., Couratari panamensis Standley, and Dendropanax arboreum (L.) Decaise & Planch are described. Furthermore the physical, mechanical, seasoning and machining properties of these species are included. The possible uses of these four species are listed as well.