Acajou De Cuba West Mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni)

You will get 7 seeds of Swietenia mahagoni, ACAJOU DE CUBA WEST MAHOGANY for planting.

Swietenia mahagoni, also known as Acajou De Cuba or West Indian Mahogany, is a highly sought-after species of mahogany wood that is native to southern Florida and islands in the Caribbean. Despite being listed as "Threatened" in the Preservation of Native Flora of Florida Act, it remains popular among shipbuilders, furniture makers, and instrument manufacturers due to its superior tonewood qualities and durability. As the national tree of the Dominican Republic, efforts are needed to protect and conserve this valuable and threatened species.

Scarification: soak in warm water, let stand in water for 12 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow 1" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed