European aspen
Captured from the historical species datasheet.
At a glance
Scientific namePopulus tremula
Trade / common nameEuropean aspen
FamilySalicaeae
RegionEurope · Western Europe · Eastern Europe · Northern Europe
Distribution
Native to Scotland, Ireland, England, and Wales, the species occurs in Europe, northern Africa, and Asia. Its natural range includes the entire British Isles, and is also found in the Scandinavian countries, Poland, and Russia. The tree tolerate poor soils very well. It occurs in the mountains in the southern region of its growth range.
Uses
Boxes and crates, Decorative veneer, Drawer sides, Flooring, Furniture , Furniture components, Interior construction, Joinery, Matches, Plywood, Toys, Truck bodies, Veneer
Countries & Distribution
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Wood images
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Boxes and crates, Decorative veneer, Drawer sides, Flooring, Furniture , Furniture components, Interior construction, Joinery, Matches, Plywood, Toys, Truck bodies, Veneer
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Appearance
Heartwood color
Historical source observations are shown separately; differences may reflect source, geography, test condition or publication.
Brown
Yellow
Black
Orange
Purple
White to cream
Pinkish brown
Light brown
Grayish-white
European aspen is whiter in color, and is generally of better quality than Poplars.
Sapwood Color
Historical source observations are shown separately; differences may reflect source, geography, test condition or publication.
White
Yellow
Same as heartwood
Luster
Medium
Uses & Applications
Common Uses
Boxes and crates, Decorative veneer, Drawer sides, Flooring, Furniture , Furniture components, Interior construction, Joinery, Matches, Plywood, Toys, Truck bodies, Veneer
Product Sources
Several species of Poplar and European aspen are routinely marketed together, although timber quality within each species can vary significantly depending upon growth conditions.
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