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Wood species guide · Domestic hardwood species
Endra Endra is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameHumbertia madagascariensis
Janka hardness4,360 lbf
Average dried weight77 lb/ft³
Best fitCarvings
Overview
Why choose Endra Endra?
Endra Endra is a domestic hardwood species. Found only in Madagascar. Common uses include carvings, turned objects, flooring, docks, railroad crossties and heavy exterior construction.
Scientific nameHumbertia madagascariensis
DistributionFound only in Madagascar
ShrinkageRadial: 5.5%, Tangential: 7.4%, Volumetric: 13%, T/R Ratio: 1.3 Identification | More images
DurabilityThe wood is very durable against decay, weathers well and resists insects and marine borers.
Endra Endra colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood goes from pale pink to golden brown. The paler yellowish gray sapwood is sharply separated from it.
Grain runs from straight to wavy and the texture is even, medium to fine. The natural shine is good.
Working notes
Density makes it very difficult to work. It resists cutting strongly and dulls cutting edges noticeably.
No official reports exist for endra endra, probably because it is so little known. The wood contains organic compounds called terpenes, thought to boost its resistance to rot and insects, so some sensitive people would likely have allergic reactions when working it.
Endra Endra should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Endra Endra
Best projects
Common uses include carvings, turned objects, flooring, docks, railroad crossties and heavy exterior construction.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Endra Endra from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Endra Endra FAQ
What is Endra Endra best used for?
Common uses include carvings, turned objects, flooring, docks, railroad crossties and heavy exterior construction. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Endra Endra beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Endra Endra?
The buying section on this page links to any Endra Endra Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.