Characteristics: This exotic and imported hardwood has heartwood that is dark reddish-brown to almost black, while the sapwood is a light straw color. The wood is extremely durable, very hard and heavy. Very attractive!

Common Uses: Mopane is used for mine props - furniture - poles - carving - turnery.

Working Properties: Mopane should be worked with power tools due to its toughness. Pre-bore for fasteners. Takes a high gloss finish well and glues satisfactorily.

Common Name: Mopane

Tree is Native To: Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Angola.

Botanical Classification: Colophospermum mopane

Family: Leguminosae

Average Dried Weight: 75 lb/ft.

Average Specific Gravity: .92