Names

• English name: Jekitiba 
• International Synonyms: Bacu 
• Scientific name: Cariniana spp. 
• Common names: Cachimbo 
• Family: Lecythidaceae 
• Origin: Tropical S/A 

Description of the Wood

• Color: Pink Creamy 
• Grain: Straight to interlocked 
• Texture: Medium 
• Bright: Low to medium 
• Banned: Satin bit steep 
• Odor: Absent 
• Taste: Absent 

Description of the Wood

• Artificial drying behavior: Good 
• Natural durability: Medium 
• Workability: Good 
• Use: interior joinery, plywood, moldings, light, current furniture, packaging, toys, flooring. 

Physical and Mechanical properties

• Basic Density: 590 Kg/m³