American aspen (wood)

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Scope note
Soft, weak wood of the species Populus tremuloides, native to cooler areas of North America; used chiefly for paper pulp, match stems, shavings used as stuffing (excelsior), and inside construction work.
American aspen
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024