can be used as dyes.

The padauk found most often is African padauk from P. soyauxii which, when freshly cut, is a very bright red/orange but when exposed to sunlight fades over time to a warm brown. Its colour makes it a favourite among woodworkers. Burmese padauk (???????) is P. macrocarpus while Andaman padauk is P. dalbergioides. Padauks can be confused with true