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Image Date
2018
Properties / Facts
heartwood takes a high polish, Known for softer sapwood which is commonly spalted
Common Names (additional)
Spalted Tamarind, Madeira mahogany
Scientific Name
Tamarindus indica
Janka Hardness
2,690 lbf (11,970 N)
Classification
hardwood
Geographic Origin
Tropical Africa
Modern Region
Tropical Africa
Sample Material
carved wood
Sample Measurements
4 in x 4 in
Photographer
Harriet Cassell
Keywords
Manning Rare Woods, Furniture Department, Tamarind