Zebrawood

Zebrawood - Microberlinia brazzavillensis
Other Names:
Zebrano, Amouk, Zingana, Allen ele, African Zebrawood




Species Distribution:
Western Africa - mainly Cameroon and Gabon

Conservation status:
Secure

Tree Characteristics:
Trees tend to grow large with trunk diameters of 48"-60" and a thick bark. Zebrawood tends to grow near river banks.

Wood Characteristics:
Moderately coarse texture, close defined grain.

Color:
Yellow brown heartwood, light sapwood with a dark contrasting grain which gives this wood its Zebra-like appearance.

Workability:
Fair - Veneers are fragile. Grain can tend to tear when planing. Good gluing properties.

Finishing Qualities:
Fair

Durability:
Grain tend to be prone to wear. Veneer tends to be fragile and can break easily. Resistant to termites