Very durable wood used in constructional purposes like beams, pillars, door and window frames; boatbuilding; bridge construction; tool handles; poles and posts; railway sleepers; jumping and vaulting stands; lorry bodies; spokes and felloes of cart wheels; cups and vessels for drinking water, as water extract of the wood is believed to be beneficial in diabetes. Sawing not difficult, machining gives a smooth surface. Woos takes good and lasting polish after filling. Nail and screw holding capacity excellent. Kiln seasoning is generally recommended for fresh cut logs.Heartwood golden brown or reddish-brown in colour on exposure to sunlight.
