Caoba Honduran Mahogany Wood Swietenia Macrophylla Reddish Brown Timber for Furniture and Instruments

Swietenia macrophyllagoes by many common names, yet perhaps its most exclusive name is "genuine mahogany" - a name meant to distinguish it not only from unrelated Asian species (such as those in the Shorea genus that are sometimes called Philippine mahogany), but also the more closely related. Honduran mahogany's easy workability, combined with its beauty and phenomenal stability, have made this lumber an enduring favorite. It is an incredibly important commercial timber in Latin America, where it is now grown extensively on plantations. Scientific name: Swietenia macrophylla. Color: Reddish brown. Hardness: Medium (Janka 900 lb). Common uses: Fine furniture, cabinetry, musical instruments.