Abu leile
Captured from the historical species datasheet.
At a glance
Scientific nameDetarium senegalense
Trade / common nameAbu leile
FamilyLeguminosae
RegionMiddle Africa · Western Africa · Northern Africa
Uses
Boat building (general), Boxes and crates, Cabinetmaking, Canoes, Carvings, Flooring, Furniture, Heavy construction, Joinery, Light construction, Millwork, Mine timbers, Plywood, Poles, Posts, Turnery, Vehicle parts, Veneer
Countries & Distribution
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Wood images
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Appearance
Heartwood color
Historical source observations are shown separately; differences may reflect source, geography, test condition or publication.
Brown
Pink
Red
Reddish brown
Dark brown
Sapwood Color
Historical source observations are shown separately; differences may reflect source, geography, test condition or publication.
Yellow
White
White to yellow
Clearly differentiated from the heartwood
Pink/Red
Different than heartwood
Luster
Lustrous
Pronounced
Uses & Applications
Common Uses
Boat building (general), Boxes and crates, Cabinetmaking, Canoes, Carvings, Flooring, Furniture, Heavy construction, Joinery, Light construction, Millwork, Mine timbers, Plywood, Poles, Posts, Turnery, Vehicle parts, Veneer
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