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Oldfieldia africana

Oldfieldia africana · FDA code OLD · Mixed Species

Oldfieldia africana wood grain (tangential face)
Wood — real sample (tangential face)
Standing tree (photo to be added)

About the wood

Heartwood is brown or reddish brown, and the sap-

993 kg/m³Very Heavy (12% MC)
The wood is reported to be highly durable and immune to atta…Natural durability
StrongStrength
LargeShrinkage (green→oven-dry)
SmallMovement in service

Typical uses

  • It is used locally for keelsons for boats
  • Is suitable for constructions subjected to water
  • Such as bridges
  • Bridge floor planking
  • Floodgates

Working properties

The timber is difficult to work when it is dry, but it finishes smoothly

Other species in stock

AieleHannoa klaineanaAbabaUapaca guineensisAzobeMovinguiEssiaNagaFramireAlbiziaLimbaliEmienLatiSougue

Technical 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.