Anatomical, Physical, Chemical, and Biological Durability Properties of Two Rattan Species of Different Diameter Classes

Rattan cane is an important forest product with economic value. Its anatomical, physical, and biological properties vary the height. This makes it difficult to select appropriate diameter for harvesting. Understanding material of rattan different sizes enhance its utilization performance end uses. Thus, present study was performed on two species, Calamus zollingeri ornatus, at heights (bottom/mature top/juvenile). studied classes 20 mm 30 mm, while ornatus analyzed a class 15 mm. The anatomical properties, basic density, volumetric swelling, dynamic moisture sorption, durability samples were studied. results showed that C. exhibited highest hydrophobicity, dimensional stability, against mold white-rot (Trametes versicolor) fungi. As confirmed by studies, this could be due higher vascular bundle frequency longer thick-walled fibers led denser structure than in other categories. In addition, lignin content might have positive effect mass loss canes caused decay.