Exploring the potential of <i>Pittosporum undulatum</i> wood: a comprehensive analysis of the main technological properties

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https://doi.org/10.5902/1980509889663

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Calorific value, Economic return, Invasive alien species, Sustainability, Forest management

Abstract

The proliferation of invasive alien species (IAS) such as Pittosporum undulatum poses a significant challenge to the stability of natural ecosystems. Its rapid spread makes the eradication and restoration of affected areas unfeasible due to high management costs. This study evaluates the potential to add value to P. undulatum wood, looking for ways to transform it into a valuable resource for local communities. To this end, five adult trees were analyzed for their chemical, thermal, calorific, physical, and mechanical properties. The analysis revealed 2.35% extractives, 25.56% lignin, and 0.92% ash content, with a calorific value of 4561.2 kcal/kg. With an apparent specific density 0.655 g/cm³ the mechanical properties included modulus of rupture (MOR) of 58.27 MPa. The perpendicular Janka hardness was 1841 kgf/cm². The wood of P. undulatum exhibited properties comparable to commercially available woods, suggesting viability for energy-related applications and the furniture industry, albeit with some limitations. The results indicate the potential to integrate its management with financial returns.

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Maurício Alves Ramos, undefined

Wood Industry Engineering

Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, RS, Brazil

Silvia Helena Fuente, Embrapa Florestas

Forestry Engineering

Embrapa Florestas, Colombo, PR, Brazil

Thales Castilhos de Freitas, undefined

Forestry Engineering

Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil

Kelvin Techera Barbosa, undefined

Forestry Engineering

Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil

Ernestino de Souza Gomes Guarino, Embrapa Clima Temperado

Forestry Engineering

Embrapa Clima Temperado, Pelotas, RS, Brazil

Alexandra Augusta Reichert, Independent researcher

Independent researcher

Pelotas, RS, Brazil

Marília Lazarotto, undefined

Master student in Environmental Sciences

Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, RS, Brazil

Rafael Beltrame, undefined

Master student in Environmental Sciences

Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, RS, Brazil

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2025-08-15

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Ramos, M. A., Fuente, S. H., Freitas, T. C. de, Barbosa, K. T., Guarino, E. de S. G., Reichert, A. A., Lazarotto, M., & Beltrame, R. (2025). Exploring the potential of <i>Pittosporum undulatum</i> wood: a comprehensive analysis of the main technological properties. Ciência Florestal, 35, e89663. https://doi.org/10.5902/1980509889663

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