Heartwood

GPTKB entity

Statements (20)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Plant tissue
gptkbp:alternativeName gptkb:Duramen
gptkbp:color Darker than sapwood
gptkbp:compatibleWith All tree species
gptkbp:composition Dead xylem cells
gptkbp:contains Deposited substances such as resins and tannins
gptkbp:contrastsWith gptkb:Sapwood
gptkbp:density Usually denser than sapwood
gptkbp:form Forms as tree ages
gptkbp:foundIn gptkb:Trees
gptkbp:function Provides structural support
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Heartwood
gptkbp:location Central core of tree trunks
gptkbp:permeableTo Less permeable than sapwood
gptkbp:resistantTo More resistant to decay than sapwood
gptkbp:usedFor gptkb:furniture
Construction
Timber
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Elf
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4