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Honey Locust
PropertyHoney Locust
Gleditsia triacanthos
TypeHardwood
Cost$$ · Moderate
Hardness1580 lbf
WorkabilityFair
Seasonal movementSmall
Outdoor-friendlyNo
OriginDomestic (North America)
Commonly builtFurniture, Bowls, Flooring
OverviewHard, strong, and warmly colored, often confused with black locust but less rot-resistant. A handsome, underused furniture wood.