Evaluation of the properties of hybrid yellow poplar (Liriodendron sino-americanum): A comparison study with yellow poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)

As one of the fast-growth wood species, hybrid yellow poplar (YP-h, Liriodendron sino-americanum) has been extensively planted throughout China, however, little is known about its properties and applicability in structural nonstructural applications such as construction furniture. The aim this study was to evaluate YP-h examine differences with (YP, tulipifera). average vessel diameter (55 μm) 19 % lower than YP (68 μm), but, density 37 higher dimensional change YP. Comparable tensile strength flexural modulus were found YP, flexural, shear, impact 35 %, 40 55 those respectively. drilling, mortising, turning processability superior Compared gluing coating performance had inferior equivalent performance. Therefore, can be an ideal candidate for utilized