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Afrormosia
Pericopsis elata · FDA code PER · High Value Species
About the wood
Heartwood yellow-brown turning to a dark brown on exposure; sapwood narrow, lighter in color and clearly demarcated. Texture moderately fine; grain straight to interlock; some resemblance to teak
689 kg/m³Moderately Heavy (12% MC)
Heartwood is very durable and highly resistant to termite at…Natural durability
Moderately strongStrength
LargeShrinkage (green→oven-dry)
SmallMovement in service
Typical uses
- Boatbuilding
- Joinery
- Flooring
- Furniture
- Decorative veneers
- Considered an excellent teak substitute
Working properties
Works well with hand and machine tools, finishes cleanly, turns satisfactorily, good gluing, moderate steam-bending properties
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.