Medicinal
Ayurveda
Mahogany Tree
Swietenia mahagoni
The Mahogany Tree is valued worldwide for its beautiful, durable reddish-brown timber.
Quick Facts
Height: 20–30 m m
Blooms: April–June
Brown bark, pinnate green leaves, small white flowers
20–40°C
Visit Information
Location
Plantations, parks
Best Viewing Time
Evergreen
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Tropical moist forests
Lifespan
Long-lived
Temperature Range
Warm and humid
Significance
Medicinal Uses
High-quality timber, furniture
Cultural Significance
Native to the Americas
Conservation Status
Vulnerable in the wild
Did You Know?
Wood highly prized for luxury furniture
Resistant to termites and rot
Introduced in plantations worldwide
Named after Caribbean origin
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo