Gmelina arborea

Other names: gambhari

Gmelina arborea, also known as gambhari, is a fast-growing tropical and subtropical tree that is native to Southeast Asia and the South Pacific. It is a tree that grows to a height of 20-30 metres and is widely used for its great flexibility, hardiness and ease of maintenance. Its wood is pale yellow, soft, light and easy to work. Compared to other tropical woods, it is rated as moderately resistant to termites.

Thanks to its properties, the Arborea gmelina is widely used in the furniture, construction and paper industries. In the furniture industry, it is popular for the production of all types of furniture, including outdoor furniture. In the construction industry, it is used for doors, windows, floors, ceilings, plywood, as well as wood fillers for concrete. Due to its easy machinability, it is also widely used for the production of musical instruments or various decorative items. In the paper industry, it is used as a raw material for the production of pulp. It also plays a major role in medicine, where the leaves and bark are used to make medicinal products. Gmelina arborea is therefore a versatile tree species that finds application in many areas of human activity. It is also considered important for reforestation and soil erosion protection.