Cameron

Scientific name:
Samanea pedicellaris

Other Common Names:
Alazano, Camaron, Conejo,
Degame, Guayabo, Harino,
Lemonwood, Surra, Aboonkini,
Alawatta-moelerie, Asau,
Baboen-banjie, Boire la morue,
Bois ara, Bois cerf, Bougouni,
Cambui, Cedre d’argent, Hoeroewassa,
Kabana, Plokonie, Prefontaine rouge,
Proekoenie, Red manariballi, Sera,
Tamalin, Tamarinde plokonie

The species occurs in the Guianas, and extends through the lower Amazon region of Brazil to Rio de Janeiro.Trees in French Guiana are described as beautiful with ascending branches, a cylindrical or irregular stem that are sometimes up to 48 inches (120 cm) in diameter and 90 to 100 feet (27 to 30 m) to the first of the large branches.

Uses:
Construction, Furniture , Furniture components, Furniture squares or stock, General carpentry, Interior construction, Interior trim.

General Characteristics:
The sapwood of cameron is light brown to white, while the heartwood is olive-brown in color.The wood remains smooth under friction and is reported to have no odor. The species has an irregular, interlocked grain and is fine and uniform in texture.

Working Properties:
The timber works well but radial surfaces are often difficult to work to a smooth finish. It is difficult  in routing and recessing; easy to saw Cameron cuts rather easily and cleanly. This species sands easily and takes a good finish.

Drying and Shrinkage:
Cameron can take some time to dry properly but does have good stability characteristics once dry.

Durability:
Cameron is somewhat durable in its exposed form with regards to decay.

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