Other Names Also known as scented mahogany, aboudirko, penkwa, muyovu, libuyu, and sapele mahogany.
Sources Grows in west, central, and east Africa.
Appearance Interlocked, sometimes wavy grain producing a distinctive roe figure on quartered surfaces. Medium texture, high luster, pale yellow sapwood and light red to dark reddish brown heartwood. Physical Props Medium weight, bending strength, crushing strength, shock resistance, decay resistance, and movement in service. Low stiffness and steam bending rating. Working Props Works easily enough although surface may tear when planing due to interlocked grain.