The bahia nut (Mitragyna Ciliata) also called Abura, is a tree belonging to the broad-leaved family, native to West Africa.The tree reaches a good size: height up to 35 m, with a breast diameter of 90-120 cm. The stem, devoid of basal buttresses, is straight and with regular sections.

The sapwood, of a white-yellowish color, is slightly differentiated from the gray-pink or light brown heartwood, uniform and opaque. It has a fine and compact texture with a straight fiber. It is not particularly durable, especially in the fresh state and is attacked by Lyctus.