Afzelia

Name	Afzelia (Afzelia spp.)
Type	Hardwood.
Other Names	Also known as doussie, chanfuta, apa, aligna, mkora, mbembakofi, and many other names but sold as single commercial timber.
Sources	Grows in Africa.
Appearance	Coarse texture, often irregular, interlocked grain, pale straw colored sapwood with brown heartwood.
Physical Props	Heavy, very stable in use, high strength and durability, moderate stiffness.
Working Props	Somewhat difficult to work and glue. Finishes to a high polish although grain filling sometimes desired.
Uses	Highly valued for interior/exterior joinery, window frames, floors, staircases, ships' rails, heavy construction, school and office furniture, laboratory equipment, and chemical containers. A favorite among locals for decorative doors and chests.