Hardwood species / mora
Mora
A dense, durable hardwood engineered by nature for strength, stability, and long-term performance.
Common Name(s)
Mora, Morabukea, Mura, Maho
Scientific Name
Mora excelsa, Mora gonggrijpii
Distribution
Guyana, Suriname, Trinidad, Northern Amazon Basin
About Mora
Mora is a heavy, high-density tropical hardwood known for its exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to wear. Native to Guyana and the northern Amazon region, Mora is widely used in industrial flooring, heavy construction, marine applications, and long-life structural components. Its deep reddish-brown colour, fine texture, and high mechanical properties make it a reliable choice for demanding environments. Mora is valued for its stability, resistance to decay, and ability to withstand heavy loads and abrasion.
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Key Attributes
Appearance
Colour
Deep reddish-brown to dark brown
Grain
Interlocked, sometimes wavy
Texture
Fine to medium
Density
Extremely heavy
Performance
Workability
Difficult (very dense + interlocked grain)
Durability
Very durable
Stability
Excellent dimensional stability
Measured performance
Technical Information
Reference values from the Evergreen species catalogue. Talk with our team about your project conditions.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Janka Hardness | 2,200–2,800 lbf |
| Modulus of Rupture | 18,000–22,000 psi |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 2,100,000–2,500,000 psi |
| Density | 60–70 lbs/ft³ (avg ≈65) |
| Crushing Strength | 10,500–12,500 psi |
| Shrinkage (Radial) | 4.0% |
| Shrinkage (Tangential) | 7.5% |
| Shrinkage (Volumetric) | 11.5% |
| T/R Ratio | 1.9 |
| Workability | Difficult (density + interlocked grain) |
| Planing | Fair; tear-out possible |
| Sanding | Good |
| Finishing | Accepts oils and varnish well |
| Stability | Excellent dimensional stability |
| Durability | Very durable (decay + insects) |
| Moisture Movement | Low–Moderate |
Where it works best
Recommended Uses
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Our team can help you choose the perfect dimensions and finish
Available Dimensions
- Thickness
- 1"-3"
- Width
- 4"-12"
- Length
- 8ft-16ft
- Grade
- Select, Prime, Rustic
- Milling
- Custom Milling Available
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