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.
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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
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Swietenia macrophylla
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🌱 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.
This tree heals the planet
Every single day, Big-leaf Mahogany gives back
☁️ CO₂ Absorbed
220 kg/yr
≈ 1,100 km of car emissions offset annually
💨 Oxygen Released
160 kg/yr
💧 Water Conserved
37,400 L/yr
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Age
4500.0m
Height
200yr
Lifespan
Stage
📋 Details
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Family
Meliaceae
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Native Status
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City
Neyyantiinkara, Trivandrum
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Location
Private Property
🩺 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
