Philippine Mahogany is a tropical hardwood tree that is commonly used in the furniture industry. This type of wood is widely appreciated for its durability, strength, and beautiful reddish-brown color. However, the term "Philippine Mahogany" can be a bit misleading as it's not actually mahogany. This wood is also known as luan, meranti, red lauan, and balau. Other synonyms for it include dark red meranti, meranti bakau, meranti bunga, meranti putih, and white lauan. Regardless of its name, Philippine Mahogany has become a popular choice for furniture makers due to its affordability and versatility.