Weight of Seasoned Wood in Pounds per Cubic Foot.
43 to 69 (Mueller).
57 to 69 (Lazlett).
Modulus of Elasticity.
Modulus of Rupture.
Remarks.
The Eucalyptus of California. The species planted in malarial districts. Sanitary powers due to evaporation from large leaves or presence of essential oils, which are thought to have medicinal qualities. Grows very rapidly. [p129]
FOOTNOTE
[70] The bark is variable. Some trees of nearly 1 foot diameter have smooth green bark resembling that on young willow saplings; most others have the shaggy bark, while from some this has dropped away, exposing a smooth grayish interior suggesting that of the sycamore.
PLATE 27. PINE (Pinus).