Is this burl ?

[3fifty7]

This a Crepe Myrtle tree that fell during a recent storm. What I normally see in pictures of burl still on trees are huge abnormal knots.
Could any of these have figured grain to use as handle material after being stabilized ?
How would I go about drying and checking the wood ?
Should I cut the section out plus a couple inches and place it to dry for a year or so ?

Top pic is approx 4"x6"
Second is approx 5"x7"
Last is the base which is 16"

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

Crepe myrtle is the city tree here in Norfolk. It was planted along most all the streets by Fred Huette, the city arborist, about 75 years ago. The old trees come down every big storm.
It has natural lumps and burls. The pattern is eyes and swirls with some rays. It's OK, but not superb. It is too soft for much of any woodworking use. I have never been able to dry it without splitting. If you get it dried, it would need stabilizing to use for knives. I would also suggest dying it.

Almost everything you see on the internet labeled "Crepe Myrtle Burl", is myrtle burl ... which is different.