Mango
Mangifera indica · Exotic/Tropical
- Type
- Exotic/Tropical
- Origin
- South and Southeast Asia, widely cultivated throughout tropical regions globally.
- Hardness
- 1,070 lbf (Medium)
- Durability
- Non-durable, highly susceptible to insect attacks, marine borers, and fungal decay if left untreated.
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Grain Pattern
Interlocked to straight grain with a medium to coarse texture, featuring distinct cathedral patterns from flat-sawn sections and sporadic spaltering or dark streaking.
Color & Appearance
Highly variable heartwood ranging from golden brown to yellowish, often featuring dramatic dark brown, black, or pinkish streaks. Sapwood is a lighter pale yellow or grayish white. Exhibits a medium natural luster that darkens with age and UV exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1,070 lbf (Medium)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable, highly susceptible to insect attacks, marine borers, and fungal decay if left untreated.
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- $4.00 to $8.00 per board foot.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated to be 5 to 15 years old based on modern furniture manufacturing style and light patina.
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES appendices or the IUCN Red List. Highly sustainable as mango wood is typically harvested from plantation trees after their commercial fruit-bearing life has ended.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, turned objects, musical instruments, and carving.
Geographic Origin
South and Southeast Asia, widely cultivated throughout tropical regions globally.
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though areas of interlocked grain can cause tearout during planing. Glues, stains, and finishes well.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, oils, lacquers, and polyurethanes exceptionally well, highlighting the distinct color variations and natural grain patterns.
Notable Features
Often features unique spaltering and dark mineral streaks. The dust can be a mild irritant to skin and respiratory systems.
