Mahogany African (Khaya ivorensis)

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Mahogany African Characteristics

Its color, texture and grain give it a very close resemblance to classic Honduras Mahogany. Relatively hard and works well aside from the woolly surfaces that sanding produces; highly lustrous and polishes well; very durable wood.

Color Range

Light pink to reddish-brown or golden tan-brown.

Other Names

Diala iri, Akuk, Bandoro,Khaya mahogany, Benin mahogany, Ogwango, Bisselon, Senegal mahogany, Bitehi

Some Typical Uses

Furniture, cabinets, interiors, boat building, veneer, desks, cabinets, entry doors, stairs, moldings and trim.

What's the Tree Like?

Reaches heights of 140 feet with trunk diameter up to 72'' above large buttresses. Bole will measure 40-80 feet.

Mahogany African grows in

West Africa, primarily Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria