Approx. 10x faster than oak. Significantly more CO₂ absorption. Traded worldwide for furniture, surfboards, shipbuilding and instruments.
Known in Japan as the Imperial Tree. In Europe since the 19th century. In Southeast Europe, Paulownia finds ideal growth conditions — and produces in 10 years the wood volume of an oak in 100.
| Property | Paulownia | Teak | Oak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height after 10 yr. | 20 m | 10 m | 2 m |
| Diameter after 10 yr. | 40 cm | 20 cm | 10 cm |
| CO₂/year | ca. 300 kg | 50 kg | 50 kg |
| CO₂ additionally from soil | + ca. 300 kg | — | — |
| Harvest time | 8–12 J. | 25–30 J. | 80–100 J. |
| Weight kg/m³ | 300 | 650 | 700 |
| Invasive? | No* | No | No |
* Greenchild-Kiri hybrid — patent pending, non-invasive, controlled propagation in the laboratory.
Ignition temperature at 420°C — significantly higher than most woods.
Only 300 kg/m³. The aluminium of woods.
Excellent dimensional stability after drying.
Used for musical instruments for centuries.
Natural protection through high tannin content.
Light, honey-coloured wood with a silky sheen.
Bicycles, surfboards, guitars, furniture, shipbuilding — Paulownia is the most versatile premium wood in the world.
Paulownia absorbs significantly more CO₂ than other trees. Our plantations bind millions of kilograms of CO₂ annually.