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2 Answers. 0. Balsa trees grow very rapidly (like all pesky trees). Six months after germination, the tree is about 1-1/2 inches in diameter and 10 - 12 feet tall! In 6 to 10 years, the tree is ready for cutting, having reached a height of 60 to 90 feet tall and a diameter of 12 to 45 inches. balsa tree may grow to a diameter of 6 feet or more, but very little usable lumber can be obtained from a tree of this size. The balsa leaf is similar in shape to a grape leaf, only a lot bigger.
Ultra lightweight and versatile, balsa wood is used for everything from aeronautics to sports equipment. The cells of the balsa tree are relatively large with thin walls, meaning only 40 percent of the woodâs volume is actually solid matter.Green balsa is composed of five times as much water as wood, which is why it must be kiln-dried before it can be used as construction material. Model airplanes: Hobby shops tend to carry a great deal of balsa products, ranging from sticks to blocks, for those who build model airplanes. 2  The woodâs light weight, strength and flexibility make it an ideal choice for model making. 3  Surfboards and other water sports equipment, and fishing floats.