West Indian Mahogany

Also known as Cuban Mahogany, American Mahogany, Small-leaved Mahogany

West Indian mahogany is a canopy-forming hardwood tree recognized by its deeply furrowed gray bark, shiny pinnate leaves, and heavy, wooden seed pods that split open into five distinct valves. Its woody fruit releases winged seeds that spin through the air on autumn breezes, aiding wind-dispersal across island habitats. Once heavily logged for its dense, reddish-brown timber, this resilient evergreen now serves as a key canopy tree and urban shade provider throughout subtropical landscapes.