GMELINA ARBOREA
Geetha Wood
Melina is a southeast Asian tree that produces high-quality.
Uses: door and window panels, frames, joinery, furniture and musical instruments.
Once seasoned, it is a very steady timber and resistant to decay and ranges from very resistant to termites.Its timber is highly esteemed especially for its lightweight, stability and durability.
Common Names: White Teak, Melina
Hindi- gamhar, sewan
Kannada- Shivane mara, kumulu
Malayalam- kumbil, kumiska, pokki
Tamil – kumil / Venthekku / ummithekku
Telugu- gumartek, gummadi, summadi