Mango
Mangifera indica · Exotic/Tropical
- Type
- Exotic/Tropical
- Origin
- South and Southeast Asia, widely cultivated in tropical regions globally.
- Hardness
- 1070 lbf (Medium)
- Durability
- Non-durable to Moderately Durable; susceptible to marine borers, insects, and decay if left untreated.
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Grain Pattern
Straight to interlocked, sometimes wavy or irregular, with prominent knots and character marks.
Color & Appearance
Golden brown to dark brown, often featuring striking streaks of yellow, pink, black, or green due to fungal spalling and heartwood variations. Luster is medium to high.
Hardness (Janka)
1070 lbf (Medium)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable to Moderately Durable; susceptible to marine borers, insects, and decay if left untreated.
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- $5.00 to $9.00 per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated to be relatively modern, approximately 5 to 15 years old based on the fabricated furniture style and surface finish.
- Sustainability Status
- Highly sustainable; harvested primarily from old fruit orchards after fruit production declines, not listed on CITES appendices.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, turning, musical instruments, and carving.
Geographic Origin
South and Southeast Asia, widely cultivated in tropical regions globally.
Workability
Generally easy to work with hand and machine tools, though interlocking grain can cause tearout during planing. Glues and finishes well.
Finish Recommendations
Polyurethane, lacquer, or hardening oils (like Danish oil) work exceptionally well to highlight the vibrant grain patterns and color variation.
Notable Features
Features unique coloration and spalted zones caused by fungi. The tree is economically valuable primarily for fruit before timber harvesting.
