Gmelina vitiensis is a species of plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is endemic to Fiji.
Rosawa (a common name) is a pale yellow brown colour, "teak like" timber with a fine texture and slightly interlocked grain. Rosawa is a very stable timber.
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Density: 640 kg/m3
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Durability: Durable
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Shrinkage: Low
<nowiki>*</nowiki> It is easy to saw and machine and the greasy nature of the timber enhances working properties.
Uses
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Boat building
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Planking interior and exterior cabin work
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Windows and doorframe sills
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Pattern making
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Carving
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Diving boards
<nowiki>*</nowiki> Decking