Roanwood Trees

Roanwood trees are similar to sequoias, except that the branches are closer to the ground (30 feet or so) and far larger, for the roanwood is a hardwood. As the name implies, the bark of the tree is speckled gray and reddish-brown. Specimens over ISO feet tall have been found. Roanwoods have fan-shaped leaves about 1 foot long. The wood and grain of the tree are such that it is used for fine furniture, interiors, or carving. Where hardness and strength are desired, hickory, bronzewood, oak and like woods are typically used.

Roanwoods are similar to sequoias, except that their branches are closer to the ground (30 feet or so) and are far larger. The roanwood is a hardwood with reddish brown bark, as the name implies, and gray speckling. Roanwoods have fan-shaped leaves about a foot long. The wood and grain of the tree allow use for fine furniture, interiors, or carving. Where hardness and strength are desired, hickory, bronzewood, and oak are typically used.