Ovangkol

Belonging to the Fabaceae family, native to West Africa, its color is yellowish-brown to golden brown with distinctive dark streaks, and a medium to fine texture with interlocked grain. It combines good durability with an attractive decorative appearance, and is also known in the making of certain musical instruments for its acoustic qualities.

Common Uses: Its balance between durability and decorative appearance makes it suitable for furniture and flooring that need wood that is both sturdy and elegant, while high-quality veneer is cut from it, and it is favored by makers of certain musical instruments for its good acoustic properties.