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Mansonia

Description

Timber from the Mansonia altissima tree that is from in western Africa. Because the fine texture wood polishes silky smooth and has some resemblance to walnut, it has been sold as African black walnut. Mansonia wood is used for furniture, veneer, and musical instruments.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Mansonia altissima; African black walnut; mansonia (Port.)

Density 38 ppcf

Hazards and Safety

Inhalation and skin contact may cause irritation and allergic reactions.

Authority

  • F. H. Titmuss, F. H. Titmuss, Commercial Timbers of the World, The Technical Press Ltd., London, 1965
  • Michael McCann, Michael McCann, Artist Beware, Watson-Guptill Publications, New York City, 1979

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