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THE SPECIES GUIDE

Rain Tree (Monkeypod)

Samanea saman

MONKEYPOD · HARDWOOD

Expressive grain. Natural edges.
Timber for distinctive interiors.

IN THIS GUIDE

01 A closer look at Rain Tree

Rain Tree, also known as Monkeypod (Samanea saman), is used for furniture and interior woodwork. Select each piece by dimensions, grain, condition and intended use.

For slab projects, specify minimum usable width and machining allowances rather than relying only on the widest measurement.

BOTANICAL IDENTITY

Scientific name
Samanea saman

Family Fabaceae
Common names
Rain Tree / Monkeypod

Confirm the botanical species
and specification when ordering.

SPECIESSamanea saman

SELECT BYGrade, dimensions and condition

MOISTURESpecify for the intended use

02 Natural contrast. Individual character.

Natural colour and figure vary from piece to piece. Inspect the actual material before ordering.

Heartwood

Brown heartwood creates a warm appearance. Evaluate the actual stock photographs and proposed finish.

Sapwood

Paler outer wood can contrast with the heartwood. Agree the amount of sapwood you want visible in the finished piece.

Grain & figure

Natural figure differs between pieces. Inspect the grain, knots and cracks when selecting a slab or matching boards.

Natural timber varies. Confirm moisture condition and inspect cracks, knots and usable dimensions before selecting your material.

03 From log to project-ready timber

01 Inspect

Check size, form and visible defects.

02 Saw

Plan the cut for the required format.

03 Season

Agree the moisture requirement for the end use.

04 Prepare

Confirm final sizes and machining allowances.

Recovery and drying time vary with the log, thickness, defects and intended use.

Choose your Monkeypod format

FORMATS TO ENQUIRE ABOUT · AVAILABILITY CONFIRMED ON REQUEST

Rain Tree logs

Logs for buyers planning their own conversion and cutting requirements.

Live-edge slabs

Natural-edge material for table and feature-surface projects, subject to stock availability.

Boards & planks

Discuss thickness, width and preparation for furniture and interior woodwork.

Custom-cut timber

Share a cutting list with dimensions, quantities and intended use.

APPLICATIONS

What can you create with Monkeypod?

Tables & furniture

Discuss material for furniture and cabinet components, with the grade and moisture condition suited to the project.

Interior features

Discuss timber for interior surfaces, shelving and feature details, with preparation suited to the project.

Decorative woodwork

Select grain and dimensions for decorative interior work. Confirm the finishing requirements for the intended application.

What influences the price?

Size & usable widthLength, thickness, minimum width and machining allowances.

Grain & natural featuresFigure, sapwood, knots and cracks in the selected piece.

Moisture & conditionDrying condition, defects and preparation requirements.

Preparation & deliveryCutting, surfacing, quantity and delivery location.

Tell us what you need

Share your sizes, quantity and intended use so we can discuss suitable Monkeypod timber.

Your Monkeypod questions, answered

Is Rain Tree the same as Monkeypod?

Yes. Rain Tree and Monkeypod are common names for Samanea saman. Confirm the botanical species when purchasing because trade names can vary.

Can I request a specific slab size?

Share the required length, minimum usable width, thickness and quantity. Available dimensions depend on the stock and allowance needed for flattening and finishing.

What should I check before buying?

Inspect cracks, knots, sapwood, grain, thickness and usable dimensions. Agree the moisture requirement, preparation and intended use before ordering.

What affects the price of Monkeypod timber?

Size, usable width, grain, natural features, moisture condition, preparation, quantity and delivery all affect the quotation.

Rain Tree (Monkeypod)

01 A closer look at Rain Tree