Mahogany Plants

Swietenia mahagoni and Swietenia macrophylla, in particular, are two of the tree species that fall under the umbrella term mahogany in the genus. Mahogany is highly prized for its strong and beautiful wood, which is frequently used in the construction of furniture, cabinets, flooring, and other high-quality woodworking projects. An overview of mahogany plants is provided below: Local Distribution: Including Central America, South America, and the Caribbean, mahogany trees are indigenous to the tropics of the Americas. In contrast to Swietenia macrophylla, which is indigenous to South and Central America, Swietenia mahagoni is found only in coastal regions of Florida, the Caribbean, and Central America.