YELLOW BIRCH (lat. Betula alleghaniensis; Fam. Betulaceae)
| Other names: | Emerald Birch, Gray Birch, Silver Birch, Swamp Birch |
| Source: | Canada: southwest of province Manitoba, Atlantic provinces USA: lake states and Atlantic states up to Northern Georgia |
| Wood Color: | Whitish, yellowish to light reddish brown sapwood, heartwood color ranges from light to dark golden to reddish brown |
| Characteristics: | Heavy and strong hardwood with fine and uniform texture, often with wavy or curly patterns, very good bendable and very shock resistant, easily workable, takes stain and polishing very well |
| Application: | High end furniture, panelings, floorings, doors, kitchens, toys, tool handles |