Where Does Monkey Pod Wood Come from?

The Monkey Pod Tree (Scientific Name Albizia Saman), also known as Raintree, Suar, and Mimosa, is a hardwood tree native to Southeast Asia. Due to its large canopy and natural beauty, many countries plant it on the sides of roads and in parks to provide shade.

Is monkey pod wood expensive?

Prices are in the mid to high range for imported wood. Monkeypod usually trends a little bit cheaper in price than Koa, all other things being equal. Boards with figured grain patterns are much more expensive.

Is monkey pod wood the same as acacia wood?

Monkey pod is frequently called acacia, though true acacias are a different genus altogether, and have higher, flatter crowns and slightly different flowers. Monkey pod wood is particularly suited for carpentry, furniture, and wood crafts. ... Farmed monkey pod is also great for the environment.