Tigerwood Tree (Astronium graveolens)
Scientific Name: Astronium graveolens — Tigerwood, Goncalo Alves.
Native Home: Central America and tropical South America.
Height: 20–30 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades to over a century.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Dense, durable hardwood with distinctive dark stripes, used for flooring, furniture, and decorative woodworking.
Harvesting: Mature trees are harvested for timber under local forestry regulations.
Age to Harvest: Often 30–50 years or longer for commercial timber.
Products: Premium flooring, furniture, veneers, and decorative woodcrafts.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Used in Central and South America for carpentry and durable wooden products.
Global Spread: Timber is exported to international markets for high-end flooring and furniture.
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