Morus mesozygia
Known also as difou and kankate (Zaire).
Where it grows
Ghana and from Senegal to Cameroon and Gabon.
| Appearance | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sapwood | pale |  |
| Heartwood | yellowish mellowin to yellow brown | |
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Grain |
straight / slightly interlocked |
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| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Specific gravity at 12 % M.C. (kg/m³) | 825 heavy |
| Strength | high |
| Durability | low |
| Shrinkage | medium |
| Processing | |
|---|---|
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« Poor
Good »
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| Sawing |  |
| Machining | |
| Finishing | |
End Uses
General construction, structural joinery, woodware and flooring.
Remarks
Hard, heavy, good resistance to wear and high strength structural timber. Some resemblance to Odum.
