| Name | Momoqui |
| Scientific name | Caesalpinia pluviosa – DC |
| Family | LEG. CAESALPINIOIDEAE |
| Common names in other countries | Partrigdewood; Coffeewood |
| General description | Momoqui is found in subtropical to moderate dry forests. The trees grows up to 20 meters. The trunk is straight and cylindrical. |
Anatomic characteristics
| Heartwood color | Dark brown |
| Sapwood color | Light brown |
| Texture | Fine |
Physical properties
| Density (12% M.C.) | 1050 kg/m3 |
| Basic density | 890 kg/m3 |
| Total radial shrinkage | 2,3% |
| Total tangential shrinkage | 6,0% |
| Total volumetric shrinkage | 9,8% |
| Rate T/R | 2,7 |
Mechanical properties 12% M.C.
| Compression parallel to grain | 918 kg/cm2 |
| Lateral hardness (Janka) | 16200 N |
Technical conditions for processing
| Machining | Normal |
| Air drying | Moderate |
| Natural durability | Durable |
| Permeable | Hard permeable |
