The Tree
A large tree attaining a height of 37m or more, and a diameter of 2m or more.

The Timber
The sapwood is white, and in second-growth trees, very wide; the heartwood is variable in colour, ranging from olive green to yellow or brown, and may be streaked with steel-blue. The annual growth terminates in a white band of parenchyma giving a subdued figure to longitudinal surfaces. The wood is' straight-grained. fine-textured, fairly soft and light in weight about 510 kg/m3 when dried.

Drying
Dries easily and well, with little degrade.

Strength
Similar to idigbo (Terminalia ivorensis) in general strength properties.

Working Qualities
Good - Easy to work, and finishes to a fine, smooth surface Takes nails without tending to split, glues well, can be stained polished or painted, and holds hard enamel finishes excellently.