Olive

Olive (Olea europaea, Olea capensis)
Occurrence: Europe, East Africa, Arabia, Other names: African olive, Tree size: height 5-10 m, trunk diameter 1 - 1.5 m, Dry weight volume: 990 kg/m³, Janka hardness: 12,010 N
The core wood is yellowish brown with dark brown or black contrasting stripes, the white wood is white to light brown. The fibers are straight or intertwined, texture to fine, with a slight natural sheen. Wood is hard, heavy, but it is very well processed, it is sought after mainly for its unique and unmistakable appearance, it is used for production, decorative items, small accessories, turning.