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Taukkyan
Botanical Name: Terminalia tomentosa
Common names are Asna, Indian-laurel, Taukkyan (Burma), Sadar, Matti, Marda (India), and casually "crocodile bark" due to the characteristic bark pattern.
An excellent timber for decorative purposes, such as cabinet work, interior finish, flooring, furniture and veneers. Instrument cabinets and interior fittings for ships and offices can be made with great appearance out of this wood. It is also suitable for handles, walking sticks and special implements. It is a substitute for black walnut.
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