Entandrophragma Cylindricum (Noun)
Meaning
African tree having rather lightweight cedar-scented wood varying in color from pink to reddish brown.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Entandrophragma cylindricum is an African tree having rather lightweight cedar-scented wood varying in color from pink to reddish brown, commonly used for furniture and construction.
- The entandrophragma cylindricum tree is often harvested for its wood, which is highly prized for its durability and resistance to rot.
- In many parts of Africa, the entandrophragma cylindricum tree is considered a valuable resource due to its versatile and aromatic wood.
- The entandrophragma cylindricum is also known as the sapele tree, and its wood is often used as a substitute for mahogany in furniture making.
- Due to over-harvesting, the entandrophragma cylindricum tree is now considered vulnerable, and conservation efforts are underway to protect this valuable species.