IROKO (lat. Chlorophora excelsa Benth. & Hook.f., Chlorophora regia A. Chev. , Fam. Moraceae)
| Other names: | Kambala, Odum, Chamfutu, Abang, Bang, Amoreia, Semli, Rokko, Lusanga, Morera, Mvule |
| Source: | West-, East- and Central Africa |
| Wood Color: | Yellowish white sapwood, heartwood yellow brown to golden orange to dark brown, slightly interlocked |
| Characteristics: | Very durable, tough and dense wood, highly resistant to acids and bases, suitable for slicing, but difficult to work (cross-grain) |
| Application: | Wagon and ship building, furniture, stairs, parquet, windows, can replace Oak and Teak |
