A Quick Method to Distinguish Aspen Heartwood and Sapwood

Authors

  • Eugene M. Wengert

Keywords:

<i>Populus tremuloides</i>, <i>P. grandidentata</i>, heartwood, sapwood, heartwood-sapwood differentiators

Abstract

Using ethyl or isopropyl alcohol on dry, sanded aspen (Populus spp.) end grain enables one to distinguish heartwood from sapwood. Addition of a dye makes a permanent record.

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Published

2007-06-05

Issue

Number 2 / Summer 1976

Section

Research Contributions