Movingui

Habitat

Afrormosia is a rare tree species found in West and Central Africa, including the countries of Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, and the Congo states. The tree grows primarily in groups.

Tree description

Afrormosia is a large tree reaching heights of 30-50 m (98-164 ft). The straight and cylindrical trunk is 60-160 cm (2-5 ft) in diameter, and is clear of branches for up to 30 m (98 ft). The scale-like bark is fibrous with strong red marks.

Wood description

The sapwood, about 3 cm (1.2 in) thick, is a lightly-colored mixture of white, green, and yellow. The core wood is greenish-brown with a silky luster and often displays greenish-red stripes. Pores may be filled with tannin, which can form calcium marks.

Property and application

This moderately heavy and sturdy wood has good physical properties, is very elastic and is weather-resistant. It can be dried without much difficulty, but drying should be carried out slowly to prevent cracking. Freshly cut trunks should not be exposed to direct sunlight or warping may occur. Movingui is commonly used to produce panels, luxury flooring, and decorative veneers. It is also a versatile construction wood which is used, for example, to build timber frames for railroad cars and ships, as well as chemical storage boxes and laboratory tables.

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