Botanical name: Casuarina cunninghamiana

Distribution: A medium to large hardwood is commonly found on coastal river banks throughout New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory.

Colour: The heartwood ranges from pinkish grey through to pale chocolate but the timber is distinctive due to its prominent rays, a feature it shares with many of the Australian Casuarinas.

The timber: A moderately fine and even texture with a straight grain.

Mechanical properties: Fairly durable, low crushing strength, not suitable for steam bending. Kiln dry density of approx. 700kgs/m³ (43lb/ft³).

Working properties: Kajarbi works well with hand or machine tools. It finishes to a fine smooth polished surface and takes most finishing treatments well. It glues without problems.

Uses: Very attractive furniture using either back or quarter sawn timber, unusual flooring and panelling, carving and turnery. It is not available as a veneer.

Availability: Fairly limited.