white poplar (wood)

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Scope note
Wood of the Eurasian species Populus alba, native from Spain and Morocco through central Europe and central Asia. It has been widely planted in the United States. It is a soft, fine-grained, lightweight wood that is easy to work, but it is prone to warping. It has been used for paneling, light construction, and panels for paintings.
white poplar
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024