Tasmanian Myrtle

(also known as Beech, Tasmanian Myrtle, Australian Cherry)

Name: Nothofagus Cunninghamii

Source/Origin: A medium-sized hardwood  of the heavier rainfall areas of Tasmania and Eastern Vistoria. Mostly supplied from Tasmania.

Appearance: Heartwood pink to reddish brown. Sapwood almost white and narrow.

Common uses: Flooring. 

Janka Hardness: 5.9

Durability: Above Ground Class 3

Availability: Uncommon.