Osage-Orange

Name	Osage-Orange (Maclura pomifera)
Type	Hardwood.
Other Names	Also known as osage, bow wood, bois-d'arc, bodark, bodare, hedge apple, and horse apple.
Sources	Grows in United States and Canada.
Appearance	Straight grained with an uneven texture and a high luster. Golden-yellow to bright orange heartwood and narrow, light yellow sapwood. Darkens with age. Heavy, hard, tough, and resilient.
Physical Props	Exceptional decay resistance (best in North America) and dimensional stability.
Working Props	Works with difficulty due to hardness. Glues satisfactorily. Nails and screws hold well but hardness may require pre-drilling. Finishes easily enough but oils will accelerate natural darkening.
Uses	Used for wheel rims, bows, fenceposts, stakes, railroad ties, turnery, novelties, and musical instruments.