Widely cultivated in Java, Sumatra, and Kalimantan (Borneo). It is often grown in plantations for its fast growth and utility in various applications.As a softwood it is typically used for plywood, furniture, light construction, paper pulp, matchsticks, and packaging materials
Scientific Name: Paraserianthes falcataria (synonym: Albizia falcataria)
Density : Approximately 320-400 kg/m³ at 12% moisture content
Color : Pale white to light yellow
Grain : Straight to slightly interlocked
Texture : Fine to medium
Durability : Non-durable; may be prone to insect and fungal attacks if not treated
Workability : Easy to work with; can be nailed without pre-drilling and takes glue and finishes well
Uses : Growth Time: Typically harvested between 10 to 15 years for commercial use, especially in fast-growth plantation systems