APPEARANCE AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES.
Zebrawood or Zingana  is grows in forest areas in the central and southern regions of Cameroon .The heartwood is pale yellow-brown to pinkish-brown with highly contrasting, narrow, dark brown streaks. The striping pattern varies considerably. The sapwood is white, up to 4 in. wide and is distinct from the heartwood. The grain is usually interlocked or wavy producing a ribbon figure. The texture is medium to somewhat coarse and it has a high luster.
APPLICATION AREAS.
Because of its striking, striped effect, Zebrawood is used extensively in veneer form for cross-banding and inlays and for borders on furniture. It also has uses in flooring, general construction and turnery.