| Other common names: | Service Tree, Checker Tree |
| Scientific Latin name: | Sorbus spp. |
| Distribution: | Europe, North America, northern Africa, Asia |
| Average Dried Weight (12%MC): | 770 kg/m3 |
Rowan wood (Sorbus spp.) is native to Europe, parts of Asia, and North Africa, also present in North America, thriving in temperate climates, including mountainous regions. It is a dense, fine-grained hardwood with a pale yellow to light reddish-brown color, often displaying a subtle sheen. Physically, it is moderately hard, elastic, and durable, making it suitable for small wooden items like carvings, and furniture accents.