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Aforwa

Microdesmis puberula

Euphorbiaceae Hardwood Middle Africa · Africa · Eastern Africa 13 data values

Aforwa — species record from The Wood Explorer historical and technical reference collection.

Historical Source Data Original source values are preserved 0 linked images 6 source references 6 linked countries

At a glance

Scientific nameMicrodesmis puberula

Trade / common nameAforwa

FamilyEuphorbiaceae

RegionMiddle Africa · Africa · Eastern Africa

Uses

Agricultural implements, Handles: woodworking tools, Musical instruments, Musical instruments: percussion, Musical instruments: strings, Tool handles, Walking sticks

Countries & Distribution

These country connections come directly from the same SQL country–species bridge used by Country Detail and the Global Navigator.

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historical

🇨🇩Democratic Republic of the Congo

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historical

captured

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Projects & Inspiration

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Fine woodworkingDecorative detailsSmall crafted objects

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Appearance

Heartwood color

Historical source observations are shown separately; differences may reflect source, geography, test condition or publication.

Red

Purple

Yellow to golden-yellow to orange

White to cream

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Sapwood Color

Historical source observations are shown separately; differences may reflect source, geography, test condition or publication.

White

Yellow

White to yellow

Same as heartwood

Brown

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Luster

Historical source observations are shown separately; differences may reflect source, geography, test condition or publication.

Medium

High

Pronounced

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Uses & Applications

Common Uses

Agricultural implements, Handles: woodworking tools, Musical instruments, Musical instruments: percussion, Musical instruments: strings, Tool handles, Walking sticks

Historical Source Data

Full Technical Species Profile

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