Kosipo
Scientific Name: Entandrophragma candollei
A member of the prestigious mahogany family, Kosipo offers rich reddish-brown color with interlocked grain. Excellent durability and workability make it valued for fine furniture, joinery, and boat building.
tuneTechnical Specifications
Color / Appearance
Heartwood is medium to dark reddish-brown, similar to Sapele but typically darker. Darkens with age to rich mahogany tones.
Grain / Texture
Grain is interlocked, producing attractive ribbon figure. Texture is moderately coarse with good natural luster.
Average Dried Weight
740 kg/m³ (46 lbs/ft³)
Janka Hardness
1,510 lbf (6,700 N)
Workability
Similar to other Entandrophragma species. May cause tearout due to interlocked grain. Finishes excellently with proper technique.
Origin
publicCameroon, Central Africa
chairCommon Applications
Premium Joinery
High-end doors, windows, and architectural millwork.
Fine Furniture
Quality furniture with rich mahogany-like appearance.
Boat Building
Marine-grade lumber for planking and interior yacht work.
Sustainability Promise
Kosipo is sustainably harvested from managed concessions alongside other Entandrophragma species.
We maintain strict adherence to harvest quotas and support regeneration programs for this valuable species.
Sustainable