Marupa

Scientific name: Simarouba amara

It is reported to attain heights of 15 to 25 m, and trunk diameters of about 50 to 80 cm. The trees often develop straight cylindrical boles that are free of branches for more than half of the total height of the tree.

Natural Habitat

Simarouba amara is a pioneer species found in the drier areas of secondary forests. It presents abundant natural regeneration.

General Characteristics:
The wood is mainly used to manufacture pencils, replacing the American cedar. Also the wood is used for work in hand craftsmanship, making it easy to be carved and sculpted.

Trade Names:
Caixeta, cork, white ipe, ipe caxeta, paradise dick, dick violates, pau d'arco white.

applications:
Trims, baseboards, ceilings, paneling, picture frames, musical instruments, sticks, offset plates, sports equipment and toys, packaging, shoe heels, funerary urns.