Origins

Originates from Europe, a common tree in our forests.

Shape

Its height varies between 30 and 42 m. It flowers in April. The leaves have between 9 and 11 leaflets and turn pale yellow in autumn. The fruit is called an ash key.

Use

Its light coloured wood, hard and elastic is used in furniture and for interior fittings : floors, decorative veneers, turned parts, curved parts for chairs, sports goods, handles for hammers and axes.