Trade Name : nGilead Poplar, Grey Poplar n nOrigin : nEurope n nUses : nSliced for face veneers. Also very well suited for peeled veneer, plywood, matches, paper industry. n nProperties : nThe wood is almost white to yellowish-grey and is considered the best Poplar species. It is dense, tough and very closely resembles Cherry. The Grey Poplar is generally considered to be a cross between White Poplar and Aspen. n nJointing : nScrew and nail joints are strong. Glued joints have less tensile strength.