Kondroti

Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe · FDA code RHO · Mixed Species

Lumber — indicative colour & grain

Standing tree (photo to be added)

About the wood

The sapwood is wide and nearly white. The heart wood bright red when fresh, brownred to brown-violet when dry. Growth rings are visible owing to the increased density of the pores. The wood is straight grained, medium soft.

N /ANatural durability

N /AStrength

N / AShrinkage (green→oven-dry)

N/ AMovement in service

Typical uses

Dye
Canoes
Boxwood
Plywood
Doweling
Handles

Working properties

Medium soft and work readily with sharp tools

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.