Black Locust

Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia)

Common Names: Black Locust, Robinia, False Acacia

Distribution: Central-Eastern United States (also widely naturalized in many temperate areas worldwide)

Color/Appearance: Color can range from a pale greenish-yellow to a darker brown

Janka Hardness: 1,700 lb_f

Density: 4.0 lb/b.f.

Shrinkage: 1

Radial (thickness): 4.6%

Tangential (width): 7.2%,

Volumetric (total): 10.2%,

T/R Ratio (width to depth): 1.6

Allergies/Toxicity: 1 Black Locust has been reported to cause eye and skin irritation. Another (uncommon) side effect reported is nausea.

Controlled species: CITES: no, IUCN: no

Common Uses: Fence posts, boatbuilding, flooring, furniture, mine timbers, railroad ties, turned objects and veneer.