Afrormosia

Pericopsis elata

A premium African hardwood often used as a teak substitute with excellent durability.

Type
Hardwood
Janka Hardness
1,570 lbf
Medium
Density
45.00 lb/ft³
(720.00 kg/m³)
Origin
West Africa
Straight Grain Medium Texture Rare Premium

Appearance Characteristics

Color

Golden yellow to dark brown heartwood

Grain Pattern

Straight

Texture

Medium

Luster

High

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