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1105 60th Avenue SW
PO Box 1985
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-1985
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Okan...

Scientific Name:         Cylicodiscus gabunensis
Okan
Janka hardness:           2780

Other names and species:
Denya
Edum
Adoum
Bokoka
Bouemon
African Satinwood

Origin:             Rain forests of Sierra Leone to the Cameroon’s and Gabon

Appearance:    Heartwood yellow to golden brown, often with a slight greenish tinge, darkening on exposure to a reddish brown.

Properties:       Heartwood is very durable and highly resistant to termites. Excellent weathering properties, and has high resistance to wear. Turns well, glues and finishes well.

Principal uses:   Heavy construction, industrial flooring blocks, harbor work, bridging sleepers.