About the wood
Heartwood generally golden-brown or red-brown when freshly cut but darkening on exposure, some species becoming almost black; sapwood white to yellowish-white, distinct. Texture moderately fine to somewhat coarse; grain interlocked to wavy; moderately to highly lustrous; without distinctive odor or taste; ripple marks prominent.
961 kg/m³Air-dry density (12% MC)
Moderately durableNatural durability
StrongStrength
LargeShrinkage (green→oven-dry)
MediumMovement in service
InterlockedGrain / texture
Typical uses
- Carpenter tools
- Tool handles
- Industrial flooring
- Machinery parts
- Heavy construction
Working properties
Difficult to saw and machine because of the high density, rapid dulling of cutters, dresses smoothly
Other species in stock
AieleHannoa klaineanaAbabaUapaca guineensisAzobeMovinguiEssiaNagaFramireAlbiziaLimbaliEmienLatiSougueTechnical values are reference figures for the species/genus and may vary by individual log. Wood photo & technical data: The Liberia Tree Species Manual (LibTA / NDF, FDA schedule-one species). Stock subject to SGS inspection and prior sale.