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Dibetou

Lovoa trichilioides · FDA code LOV · High Value Species

Lumber — indicative colour & grain

Standing tree (photo to be added)

About the wood

Dibetou (African Walnut) — warm brown with darker streaks, prized for decorative veneer and quality furniture.

560 kg/m³Air-dry density (12% MC)

Class 2-3 — moderately durableNatural durability

Interlocked, fineGrain / texture

Typical uses

Decorative veneer
Fine furniture & cabinetry
Interior joinery & panelling
Gunstocks
Mouldings

Working properties

Good, fine finish

Other species in stock

Aiele Hannoa klaineana Ababa Uapaca guineensis Azobe Movingui Essia Naga Framire Albizia Limbali Emien Lati Sougue

Technical values are reference figures for the species/genus and may vary by individual log. Technical data from The Liberia Tree Species Manual and standard timber references. Stock subject to SGS inspection and prior sale.