Zebrawood

(Microberlinia brazzavillensis)

Africa

The growth range of the species is reported to be Western Africa - mainly Gabon and Cameroon. It is sometimes found in pure stands along riverbanks, but growing sites are reported to be often quite inaccessible making it difficult to harvest. This species is relatively abundant, with little or no threat to its population within its natural growth.

Zebrawood is also commonly referred to as Zebrano, Zingana, Allene, Ele and Amouk.

This exotic hardwood is a moderately coarse texture, close defined grain with yellow brown heartwood, light sapwood with a dark contrasting grain, which gives this wood its Zebra-like appearance.