{"id":1388,"date":"2022-02-26T16:35:18","date_gmt":"2022-02-26T16:35:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/?p=1388"},"modified":"2022-03-26T11:44:10","modified_gmt":"2022-03-26T11:44:10","slug":"crepe-myrtle-firewood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Crepe Myrtle Good Firewood?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Crepe myrtle (<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Lagerstroemia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lagerstroemia<\/a>) is one of the rarest trees that now grow in the US. Originally from India and Australia, the crepe myrtle is considered a luxurious crafting wood due to its rarity. So, it is worth burning this precious wood?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Though it is hardwood, crepe myrtle burns like softwood. It burns very rapidly, giving off 23.8 million BTUs of heat in one short burst while creating a substantial amount of smoke. If you are looking for campfire wood, crepe myrtle will work nicely but isn\u2019t the first choice as indoor firewood.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Is-Crepe-Myrtle-Good-Firewood.jpg\" alt=\"crepe myrtle firewood thumbnail\" class=\"wp-image-1396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Is-Crepe-Myrtle-Good-Firewood.jpg 500w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Is-Crepe-Myrtle-Good-Firewood-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Is-Crepe-Myrtle-Good-Firewood-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#What_Are_The_Varieties_Of_Crepe_Myrtle\" title=\"What Are The Varieties Of Crepe Myrtle\">What Are The Varieties Of Crepe Myrtle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#What_Are_The_Physical_Characteristics_Of_Crepe_Myrtle\" title=\"What Are The Physical Characteristics Of Crepe Myrtle\">What Are The Physical Characteristics Of Crepe Myrtle<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#Does_its_Wood_Split_Easily\" title=\" Does its Wood Split Easily?\"> Does its Wood Split Easily?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#How_Much_Sap_Does_It_Have\" title=\"How Much Sap Does It Have?\">How Much Sap Does It Have?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#How_Does_The_Wood_Smell\" title=\"How Does The Wood Smell?&nbsp;&nbsp;\">How Does The Wood Smell?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#Heat_Output_And_Efficiency_Of_Crepe_Myrtle\" title=\"Heat Output And Efficiency Of Crepe Myrtle\">Heat Output And Efficiency Of Crepe Myrtle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#Fire_Characteristics_Of_Crepe_Myrtle\" title=\"Fire Characteristics Of Crepe Myrtle\">Fire Characteristics Of Crepe Myrtle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#Is_It_Okay_To_Burn_Crepe_Myrtle_In_A_Fireplace\" title=\"Is It Okay To Burn Crepe Myrtle In A Fireplace?\">Is It Okay To Burn Crepe Myrtle In A Fireplace?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#How_Expensive_Is_Crepe_Myrtle_Firewood\" title=\"How Expensive Is Crepe Myrtle Firewood?\">How Expensive Is Crepe Myrtle Firewood?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#How_Long_To_Season_Crepe_Myrtle\" title=\"How Long To Season Crepe Myrtle\">How Long To Season Crepe Myrtle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#Pros_And_Cons_of_Crepe_Myrtle_Wood\" title=\"Pros And Cons of Crepe Myrtle Wood\">Pros And Cons of Crepe Myrtle Wood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#How_Does_Crepe_Myrtle_Compare_To_Other_Firewood\" title=\"How Does Crepe Myrtle Compare To Other Firewood?\">How Does Crepe Myrtle Compare To Other Firewood?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions:\">Frequently Asked Questions:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crepe-myrtle-firewood\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Varieties_Of_Crepe_Myrtle\"><\/span>What Are The Varieties Of Crepe Myrtle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a genus of trees, crepe myrtle consists of roughly 50 species. However, most crepe myrtle varieties are not native to the US, and the ones that are now present in the south of the US are predominantly indistinguishable.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Physical_Characteristics_Of_Crepe_Myrtle\"><\/span>What Are The Physical Characteristics Of Crepe Myrtle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>Crepe Myrtle<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Heat per cord (Million BTUs)<\/td><td>23.8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight dry (lbs per cord)<\/td><td>3448<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight green (lbs per cord)<\/td><td>4590<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Seasoning time<\/td><td>8-12 months<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Resin \/ Sap content<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Splitting Difficulty<\/td><td>Very difficult<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Smoke<\/td><td>Considerable amount<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Smell<\/td><td>Spicy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coal Production<\/td><td>Poor<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Creosote Build-up<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_its_Wood_Split_Easily\"><\/span><br>Does its Wood Split Easily?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter where or how you split crepe myrtle wood, ensure that you wear gloves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though crepe myrtle leaves are used in medicine, they have since been known to cause excessive skin irritation. There has also been some speculation about the wood itself causing the same issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid this issue, wear some sturdy gloves whenever you handle crepe myrtle. A pair of safety goggles are also advisable, just in case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The wood itself is very difficult to split. Crepe myrtle is known to be extremely hard and will not yield to a hand ax easily. Instead, you will need to use a hydraulic splitter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is better to split crepe myrtle wood once it has been seasoned. The wood will lose some of its density and will be easier to cut through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sap_Does_It_Have\"><\/span>How Much Sap Does It Have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Crepe myrtle is typically a dry wood but does have a moderate amount of sap. However, <a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/pine-firewood\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1122\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unlike&nbsp;pine&nbsp;firewood<\/a>, crepe myrtle\u2019s sap will not cause as many issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not as sticky nor as dangerous as it is burnt up very quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_The_Wood_Smell\"><\/span>How Does The Wood Smell?&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Though short-lived, crepe myrtle has the heavy scent of spice both before and when it burns. This smell only lasts as long as it\u2019s sap as the sap is responsible for the smell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a wood that will make your home smell delicious throughout its burning time, try <a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/sugar-maple-firewood\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1148\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sugar maple for a sweeter smelling<\/a> burn.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heat_Output_And_Efficiency_Of_Crepe_Myrtle\"><\/span>Heat Output And Efficiency Of Crepe Myrtle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a hardwood, crepe myrtle has the ability to generate a fairly<a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/firewood-weight-btu-chart\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"817\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> high heat of 23.8<\/a>. This is hot enough to warm your house without being unbearably warm like some hotter burning woods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though crepe myrtle is not very efficient with its heat, burning out extremely quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fire_Characteristics_Of_Crepe_Myrtle\"><\/span>Fire Characteristics Of Crepe Myrtle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite being a hardwood, crepe myrtle does not burn for long. It does burn slower than popular softwoods like pine but nowhere near as long as oak or maple. For this reason, its fire can be quite aggressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The moderate levels of sap within crepe myrtle wood burn away very quickly, bubbling under its intense heat. However, this will not limit the amount of smoke that the wood produces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crepe myrtle firewood will smoke a considerable amount, similarly to other f<a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/paperbark-firewood\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1460\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">irewoods related to the Myrtle family<\/a>. Its fire will not necessarily set any built-up creosote alight, but it will contribute to that build-up. Though not as much as pine<a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/is-fir-good-firewood\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"840\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> or fir firewood<\/a> which has an excessive sap content compared to crepe myrtle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to having such a short burning time, crepe myrtle will struggle to produce quality coals. It may coal some, but these coals will not be helpful in making a fire last longer or re-starting a fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_Okay_To_Burn_Crepe_Myrtle_In_A_Fireplace\"><\/span>Is It Okay To Burn Crepe Myrtle In A Fireplace?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Crepe myrtle produces a significant amount of smoke and is not clean burning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As such, in order to burn it in your indoor fireplace, you will want to make sure that you have a secure door and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.priddyclean.com\/how-to-tell-if-damper-is-open-or-closed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">working flutes<\/a>. Otherwise, it will quickly make your room smoky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to other hardwoods, crepe myrtle will ignite very quickly. This means that it is a good wood to keep by when you want to start a quick fire inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A crepe myrtle fire will not spark a considerable amount despite its sap content. This makes it safer to burn than other sappy woods. But because of the smoke, it is better to burn in an outdoor fireplace or log burner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Expensive_Is_Crepe_Myrtle_Firewood\"><\/span>How Expensive Is Crepe Myrtle Firewood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Being one of the rarest trees in the US, crepe myrtle often comes with a hefty price tag. It is more common in the south of the US &#8211; specifically Oregon- so it tends to be cheaper in those areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_To_Season_Crepe_Myrtle\"><\/span>How Long To Season Crepe Myrtle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like any other wood, crepe myrtle will smoke more if burnt when green (unseasoned). It is better to wait at least 8 months to burn it, but you can use a moisture meter to check if the wood is ready to burn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crepe myrtle is already a fairly dry wood before seasoning, so you may find that the wood is ready to burn before the 8-12 month mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_And_Cons_of_Crepe_Myrtle_Wood\"><\/span>Pros And Cons of Crepe Myrtle Wood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Ignites quickly<\/li><li>High heat generation<\/li><li>Quick to season<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Quick burning<\/li><li>Difficult to split<\/li><li>Considerable smoke production<\/li><li>Extremely rare<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Crepe_Myrtle_Compare_To_Other_Firewood\"><\/span>How Does Crepe Myrtle Compare To Other Firewood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With such an impressive BTU of 23.8, the heat that crepe myrtle generates is <a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/red-maple-firewood\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">comparable to that of&nbsp;red maple&nbsp;(23.2 BTUs)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crepe myrtle is often compared to pine in the way that it burns and how long it burns. However, crepe myrtle burns far hotter and for longer than the best performing pine, even if it is one of the poorest performing hardwoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can Burn Crepe Myrtle On A Campfire<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So long as you avoid burning the toxic crepe myrtle leaves, then crepe myrtle makes for good campfire firewood. At least for a short while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What Is Crepe Myrtle Popularly Used For?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rarity of crepe myrtle makes it more common in high-end crafting. However, it is also a phenomenal ornamental tree and is a statement piece for any garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Crepe myrtle firewood burns fair for firewood but poorly for a hardwood. Its impressive BTU of 23.8 may be hot enough to warm you on a cold winter&#8217;s night but the fire itself will not last as long as hardwoods like oak or locusts would.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crepe myrtle (Lagerstroemia) is one of the rarest trees that now grow in the US. Originally from India and Australia, the crepe myrtle is considered a luxurious crafting wood due to its rarity. So, it is worth burning this precious wood?&nbsp; Though it is hardwood, crepe myrtle burns like softwood. 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