Monkey Pod Wood Slabs
Monkey Pod, also known as Parota, is an exotic hardwood with explosive popularity. One of the largest and oldest of these trees is a national treasure in Venezuela. A Monkey Pod tree can grow to a large size, reaching heights of 50 to 80 feet, with a broad canopy resembling an umbrella. Monkey Pod is a forgiving wood that many woodworkers use to craft amazing pieces of furniture. It has a mix of straight and swirly grain, giving an interesting appearance when finished. The grain is open, and might require filling prior to finishing. The wood is perfect for table slabs, veneer, plywood, millwork, trim, carving, cabinetry, furniture, musical instruments (guitars and ukuleles), and other small specialty wood items.
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Monkeypod, Raintree, Parota
Samanea saman, Albizia saman
Central and South America