Fraxinus excelsior

Origin: Europe - Anatolia

Family: Oleaceae

English name: European ash

French name: frêne commun

Italian name: Frassino Maggiore

Spanish name: fresno norteño

Description

The timber of the common (or European) ash is hard and elastic. Because of its ability to withstand pressure, it is very suitable for tool handles, sports equipment, furniture, veneer, and flooring.