Tichitola
Other names: Lolagbola, Emola, M'Baboi, Tola chinfuta, Kitola, Akwakwa
Botanical name: Oxystigma oxphyllum
Density: Green 840 - 960 kg/m3
Seasoned 650 kg/m3 (Average at 12% MC)
Durability: Moderately durable
Grain: Straight / Slightly Interlocked
Texture: Medium / coarse
Heartwood: Redish brown with dark rings
Sapwood: Pink white clearly distinguishable
Sawing: Easy (Slight blunting effect, tendency of gum may accumulate on tools)
Drying: Medium
Risk of distortion: Slight
Risk of checking: Slight
Machining: Not difficult, presence of gum may clog cutters
Wood bending: No information
Gluing: Good
Nailing: Holding properties - Good
Finishing: Good
End uses: Plywood, Boxes & creates, Furniture, Painted exterior joinery (Treated), Painted interior joinery
