Amphimas pterocarpoides
Known also as yaya, asanfran, bokanga (Zaire), edjin-edzil(Cameroon), edzui (Gabon), muizi (Congo) and va tue.
Where it grows
Lati grows in West Africa and Central Africa.
Appearance | ||
---|---|---|
Sapwood | yellowish white | |
Heartwood | yellowish brown | |
Grain | straight |
Properties | |
---|---|
Specific gravity at 12 % M.C. (kg/m³) | 800 heavy |
Strength | medium |
Durability | low |
Shrinkage | medium |
Processing | |
---|---|
« Poor
Good »
|
|
Sawing | |
Machining | |
Finishing |
End Uses
Interior joinery, moulding, boxes and crates, veneers and interior fittings.
Remarks
Light coloured interior species of attractive appearance. Lati has resemblance to Oak.