Burma almond - Chukrasia tabularis

Description and Uses

Chukrasia tabularis (Burma almond) is a tropical tree from South East Asia. It is mainly grown for its timber crops (medium shelflife), The crop is harvested by total removing. The tree`s wood is called Burma almond and has a density of 625 - 800 kg/m³. After 40 years the tree can be totally removed as it reached its commercial and ecological goal. Chukrasia tabularis has a lifespan of 50 years.

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Environmental limitations

The tree is 32 meters tall. It is very slow growing and tolerates not less light than partial shade. Chukrasia tabularis has a deep root-system and forms symbiotic relations (endo-mycorrhiza). It is not able to fix nitrogen. The tree`s flower-morphology is monoecious and is pollinated by wind.

Chukrasia tabularis thrives in an altitude of 20 to 1450 meters above sea-level (tropical). The minimum temperature is 0°C and optimally between 14 - 27°C. The optimal rainfall is 3700 mm/year. Without irrigation the annual rainfall should be between 1800 - 3800 mm (L/m²). The optimal soil-pH is between 5.0 - 7.0 in a soil texture of sand. To salt it is intolerant to wind and to fire .

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Pests and Diseases

and diseases.

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Seed Propagation

Seeds are orthodox and can be stored for 6 months. There are approximative 1100 seeds/kg. Unfortunately propagation instruction is missing.

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