Afina
Captured from current WPhistorical species datasheet.
At a glance
Scientific nameStrombosia glaucescens
Trade / common nameAfina
FamilyOlacaceae
RegionThe growth range of the species extends from Sierra Leone on the west coast of Africa to the Congo region. It is usually found in the rain forest as a dominant species, and in transition zones.
Distribution
The growth range of the species extends from Sierra Leone on the west coast of Africa to the Congo region. It is usually found in the rain forest as a dominant species, and in transition zones.
Uses
Agricultural implements, Boat building (general), Bridge construction, Carvings, Factory flooring, Flooring, Flooring: commercial heavy traffic, Fuelwood, Handles, Handles: general, Heavy construction, Joinery, Ladders, Light construction, Mathematical instruments, Mine timbers, Piling, Plywood, Poles, Posts, Railroad ties, Shade rollers, Shafts/Handles, Sporting Goods, Sub-flooring, Textile equipment, Tool handles, Toys, Turnery, Utility poles, Vehicle parts
Countries & Distribution
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Wood images
Linked historical images associated with this species record.
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Agricultural implements, Boat building (general), Bridge construction, Carvings, Factory flooring, Flooring, Flooring: commercial heavy traffic, Fuelwood, Handles, Handles: general, Heavy construction, Joinery, Ladders, Light construction, Mathematical instruments, Mine timbers, Piling, Plywood, Poles, Posts, Railroad ties, Shade rollers, Shafts/Handles, Sporting Goods, Sub-flooring, Textile equipment, Tool handles, Toys, Turnery, Utility poles, Vehicle parts
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Appearance
Heartwood color
Brown
Black
Purple
Red
Purple
Pale brown
Pale red to pink
Brown
Yellow to golden-yellow to orange
Reddish brown
Purplish streaks
Purple - brown
Sapwood Color
White
Well defined
White to yellow
Yellow
Sapwood is wide
Luster
Medium
Lustrous
Uses & Applications
Common Uses
Agricultural implements, Boat building (general), Bridge construction, Carvings, Factory flooring, Flooring, Flooring: commercial heavy traffic, Fuelwood, Handles, Handles: general, Heavy construction, Joinery, Ladders, Light construction, Mathematical instruments, Mine timbers, Piling, Plywood, Poles, Posts, Railroad ties, Shade rollers, Shafts/Handles, Sporting Goods, Sub-flooring, Textile equipment, Tool handles, Toys, Turnery, Utility poles, Vehicle parts
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