Variations of Stem and Branch Wood Properties of <i>Nesogordonia papaverifera</i> in Ghana

The characteristics of Nesogordonia papaverifera stemwood and branchwood were investigated. Within Ghana's middle belt, five mature trees with identical diameter at breast height chosen. Mechanical basic density determined in accordance British Standard BS 373 ASTMD 2395, respectively. IAWA list microscopic features for hardwood identification was followed by anatomical features. Basic density, mechanical, parameters all had a positive connection (P<0.05). Branchwood little higher than stemwood, heartwood slightly sapwood. There minor changes MoE, MoR, compression, shear, hardness between the stem branch, on other hand, comparable. Fibre percentages heartwoods sapwoods anatomically. more vessels branch stem, sap heart. N. medium strength qualities that comparable to most construction species' could thus be used addition their stemwood. study has offered information may inspire trust interest use as supplemental material manufacture wood products.