African KuKu...
Scientific Name: Pericopsis elata
Janka hardness: 2000
Other names and species:
African KuKu
African Teak
Nandu Wood
iroko
Nigerian Teak
Origin: Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Africa
Appearance: Straight grained, with a consistent dark color.
Properties: A very popular hardwood.
Principal uses: Flooring. Has many of the same uses of teak and is sometimes used as a teak substitute.
