This guide covers the main timber species regulated
by the Convention on International Trade in
Endangered Species (CITES). It provides information
on the key issues regarding the implementation of
the Convention for this important group of plants.
Written for the non-expert, individual sections cover
the species found in signifi cant trade, with details on
their distribution, uses, traded parts and derivatives,
and scientific c and common names.

Additional sections cover timber identification and
measurement, guidance on CITES documentation
and key resources.