Quinilla
QUINILLA (Manilkara bidentata)
Quinilla is a species of high density, straight-grained, deep brown of purple color. Its excellent durability makes it one of the preferred species for uses such as: covers, floors, railroad ties, among others.
International trade name: Balata
Family: Sapotaceae
Physical-Mechanical Properties.
| Density (g/cm³) |
Volumetric contraction (%) |
Elasticity module (kg/cm²) |
Rupture modulus (kg/cm²) |
Hardness (kg/cm²) |
| 0.87 | 15.80 | 184,000 | 1,204 | 1,090 |