ACACIA

Also known as: Robinia (correctly), false Acacia, Black Locust

Botanical Name: Robinia pseudoacacia

Origin: North America, Europe

Description: When freshly cut the colour is a lustrous greeny-yellow, dulling slightly with age and exposure. The logs are often faulty but the better ones are usually flat sliced, and often show pips and burr clusters which add to the character. Mainly used for furniture and kitchens.