Medium-High. Identified by the characteristic reddish-brown coloration, pore structure on the face grain, and typical tropical hardwood grain patterns. confidence

Honduran Mahogany (or African Mahogany)

Swietenia macrophylla · Exotic/Tropical Hardwood

Type: Exotic/Tropical Hardwood
Origin: Central and South America (tropical regions); widely planted in plantations elsewhere.
Hardness: 900 lbf (Medium)
Durability: Durable. Excellent resistance to rot, decay, and weathering, with moderate to good resistance to insect attack.

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Grain Pattern

Straight to slightly interlocked grain with a medium to coarse texture and characteristic ribbon-stripe figure when quarter-sawn.

Color & Appearance

Rich reddish-brown to deep pinkish-red heartwood that tends to darken significantly to a deep rich patina with age and light exposure; clearly demarcated pale yellowish sapwood.

Hardness (Janka)

900 lbf (Medium)

Durability & Decay Resistance

Durable. Excellent resistance to rot, decay, and weathering, with moderate to good resistance to insect attack.

Value & Sustainability

Estimated Market Value: 8.00 to 15.00 USD per board foot depending on grade and source.
Wood Age Estimate: Estimated to be 20 to 50 years old based on the depth of the finish, oxidation, and rich reddish-brown patina.
Sustainability Status: Listed on CITES Appendix II and classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN due to overharvesting; plantation-grown and FSC-certified options are available.

Common Uses

Fine furniture, cabinetry, boat building, musical instruments, veneer, and interior millwork.

Geographic Origin

Central and South America (tropical regions); widely planted in plantations elsewhere.

Workability

Exceptional workability with both hand and machine tools; glues, stains, and finishes exceptionally well, though interlocked grain can occasionally cause minor tearout during planing.