Kingdom Plantae Family Lamiaceae Scientific name Gmelina vitiensis Rank Species | Order Lamiales Genus Gmelina Higher classification Gmelina | |
Similar Gmelina, Gmelina fasciculiflora, Verbenaceae, Gmelina asiatica, Gmelina leichhardtii | ||
Gmelina vitiensis is a species of plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is endemic to Fiji.
Rosawa (a common name) is a pale yellow brown colour, "teak like" timber with a fine texture and slightly interlocked grain. Rosawa is a very stable timber.
* Density: 640kg/m3
* Durability: Durable
* Shrinkage: Low
* It is easy to saw and machine and the greasy nature of the timber enhances working properties.
Uses
* Boat Building
* Planking interior and exterior cabin work
* Windows and doorframe sills
* Pattern Making
* Carving
* Diving Boards
* Decking
References
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