pith fleck
pith fleck
A short dark streak in wood resembling pith, but caused by insect attack during growth.
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References in periodicals archive
According to The Encyclopedia of Wood, "The larvae of burrowing insects create
pith flecks, which show as irregular dark markings and local grain disturbance,"
The heartwood is pale-pink brown to a darker red brown, with narrow brown
pith flecks. Small gum pockets can cause a problem when the wood is cut.
The wood has narrow brown
pith flecks and small gum pockets, a straight grain and a fine, even texture.
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