Do You Know: African blackwood the most expensive wood in the world, 1 kg costs Rs 8 lakh
By Lokmat English Desk | Published: March 13, 2023 07:54 PM2023-03-13T19:54:34+5:302023-03-13T19:54:34+5:30
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Have you ever wondered what is the most expensive wood in the world? In India, sandal wood comes to mind when we talk about expensive wood. But today we will learn about the most expensive wood in the world. Where is this wood from and where can it be found?
This wood is known worldwide as African Blackwood. African blackwood trees are found in only 26 countries. But their original location is in the central and southern parts of the African continent. These trees are found in large numbers there. The height of these trees ranges from 25-40 feet.
But now the number of African blackwood trees is decreasing. It takes 60 years to grow an Ed tree. The expensive price of African blackwood has not affected the demand for it. Once upon a time matches were also made from this wood.
Apart from expensive furniture, clarinet, flute and some other instruments are made from this wood. African blackwood trees are found only in drought-prone areas of Africa.
According to reports, many cases of smuggling of this black wood come to light in countries like Kenya and Tanzania. Many smugglers cut these trees overnight.