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Big-leaf Mahogany
Swietenia macrophylla
"Mahogany"
Tree Guardian:
Jayan
Adopted by
You & 1,284 others
Age
40
🌱 Story of Big-leaf Mahogany
I am a tall, tropical hardwood tree known as Big-leaf Mahogany. My straight trunk and wide canopy can grow up to about 45 meters tall. I produce large compound leaves and small greenish flowers that later develop into woody seed capsules. I am highly valued worldwide for my durable reddish-brown timber used in furniture, boats, and musical instruments. I thrive in warm climates and well-drained soils, and I am often planted along roadsides, parks, and plantations.
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Tree Details
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Pet Name
Mahogany
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Family
Meliaceae
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Native Status
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City / Area
Neyyantiinkara, Trivandrum
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Location Category
Private Property
Measurements
4500.0
Approx Height (m)
200
Approx Lifespan (yrs)
40
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Growth Stage
This tree helps the planet every day
Here’s what Big-leaf Mahogany gives back
CO₂ Absorbed per year
220 kg
Equivalent to removing 1,100 km of car emissions annually.
Oxygen Released
160 kg
Water Conserved
37,400 L
🩺 Medicinal Properties
Different parts of me are used in traditional medicine. My bark and seeds are sometimes used to treat fever, diarrhea, and infections. Extracts from my seeds and bark have been studied for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. In some traditional practices, my seed oil is used for skin health and to support digestive wellness.
🔥 What makes Big-leaf Mahogany Special
My wood is one of the most valuable tropical hardwoods in the world, known for its strength, beauty, and resistance to decay. I grow tall with a straight trunk, making my timber highly suitable for premium furniture and craftsmanship. I also provide good shade, support biodiversity, and help improve
Where it grows
8.380362 N
77.090691 E
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Date of Tagging
March 09, 2026
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