Project Description

Iroko

Milicia excelsa is a tree species from the genus Milicia of the family Moraceae. It is one of two species (the other being Milicia regia) yielding timber commonly known as African teak, intule, kambala, moreira, mvule, odum and tule.

*Because wood is a natural product, each piece is unique and will vary.

Iroko

Milicia excelsa is a tree species from the genus Milicia of the family Moraceae. It is one of two species (the other being Milicia regia) yielding timber commonly known as African teak, intule, kambala, moreira, mvule, odum and tule.

*Because wood is a natural product, each piece is unique and will vary.

Uses

Generally easy to work, with the exception of its interlocked grain, which may cause some tear out during surfacing operations. Also, deposits of calcium carbonate are sometimes present, which can have a significant dulling effect on cutters. Iroko glues and finishes well. Used for veneer, flooring, furniture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, turned items, and other small speciality wood items.

Characteristics

Iroko is usually a yellow to golden or medium brown, with colour tending to darken over time. Iroko has a medium to coarse texture, with open pores and an interlocked grain. Has no characteristic scent.

Scientific Name

Milicia excelsa.

Region

It is found in Angola, Benin, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, the Republic of the Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique,
Nigeria, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.

Qualities

The wood is stable, durable, and has an overall look that somewhat resembles Teak.