Alnus rubra   Color: Pale Yellow to Reddish Brown.   Tree: A relatively small tree, reaching about 50ft in height and producing a trunk in diameter up to 18''.   Wood Description: A soft, relatively low-strength, straight-grained, even-textured wood. Works well with hand and machine tools, but sharp cutting edges need to be maintained to prevent tearing the grain.   Typical Uses: Furniture, turning, carving, toys, plywood, veneer.   Growth Region: Pacific Coast of North America.