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Tali is known as one of Africa's strongest and most durable woods. Its scientific name is Erythrophleum suaveolens. Tali wood is found mainly in Central and West Africa and is used for heavy timber construction, railway sleepers, bridges, decking, flooring, and more.
The wood is usually dark brown to reddish brown, and thanks to its natural oils it resists fungus and termites. Its density and strength make it a reliable timber for outdoor structures and heavy-duty construction work.
| Property | Details |
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| Local Name | Tali / Sal |
| Scientific Name | Shorea robusta |
| Origin | South Asia — India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar |
| Cultivation / Use in Bangladesh | Found in Sylhet, Chattogram, and Mymensingh regions; used for heavy timber structures, furniture, doors & windows, bridges, and boat building |
| Color | Dark brown to reddish brown; heartwood slightly darker |
| Texture | Medium to fine grain, straight or slightly wavy; very hard and durable |
| Density | About 720–880 kg/m³ (air dry) |
| Janka Hardness | ~ 1,200 – 1,300 lbf (~ 5,340 – 5,780 N) |
| Radial Shrinkage | ~ 2.5 – 3.0 % |
| Tangential Shrinkage | ~ 5.0 – 5.5 % |
| Crushing Strength | ~ 55 – 65 MPa (parallel to grain) |
| Weight | Medium to heavy wood |
| Strength | Very strong, durable, and stable |
| Elasticity | Good flexibility; hard yet somewhat flexible |
| Moisture Tolerance | Excellent; naturally resistant to moisture and decay |
| Insect Resistance | High; naturally resistant to termites and other insects |
| Uses | Heavy furniture, doors & windows, bridges, boats, structural construction, flooring |
| Harvesting Age | 50–60 years |
| Price Range | Approx. Tk 2,900 – 5,500 per CFT (depending on grade and size) |
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