| Scientific Name: | Liriodendron tulipifera |
| Common Names: | Yellow Poplar, Poplar, Tulipwood |
| Market Availability: | Usually available in 4/4 – 8/4. Limited availability in 10/4 – 16/4 |
| Common Uses: | Furniture, mouldings |
| Regional Differences: | Yellow Poplar is primarily an Appalachian and Central Region species |
| Color Specifications: | Unselected, Restrictions on mineral & dark heartwood are sometimes specified. A light celery green to white color is often preferred |
| Grade: | NHLA Standard Grade Rules |
| Defects to consider: | Stain, purple heart, mineral |
| Alternatives: | Basswood, Cottonwood, Yellow Poplar |
| Shipping Weight: | Kiln Dried 2800 lbs/MBF (538 kg/m3) |
| Specific Gravity: | Kiln Dried 0.38, Green 0.36 |
| Compressive Strength: | (Perpendicular to grain) 500 psi |
| Janka Hardness: | (Pounds-force) 540 |
Yellow Poplar
