Hopea Tree (Hopea odorata)
Scientific Name: Hopea odorata — Hopea, Ta-khian.
Native Home: South and Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam.
Height: 25–45 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades or longer.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Strong, durable wood used for construction, flooring and boats.
Harvesting: Mature trees are harvested for timber; responsible forestry is important.
Age to Harvest: Around 30–50 years or longer for timber, depending on growth and forestry practices.
Products: Construction timber, flooring, furniture, boatbuilding wood and ornamental trees.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Wood has traditionally been used in buildings, bridges and boats.
Global Spread: Native to tropical Asia and planted in some tropical forestry and landscaping areas. Wild populations are under pressure in parts of its range, so sustainably sourced timber is preferred.
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