This species is scattered in areas of upland semi-deciduous forest, in mid-elevation and montane rainforest, at (925 –) 1280 – 2150 metres elevation.

[5] This tree was discovered by Andreas Hemp at the University of Bayreuth in Germany, a researcher in plant systematics.

The wood of Entandrophragma excelsum is not in much demand for local applications because it often warps and twists considerably upon drying.

[4] The wood is suitable for the production of sliced and rotary veneer, and can be made into plywood of satisfactory quality.

The wood is suitable for construction, flooring, joinery, interior trim, furniture, cabinet work, musical instruments, vehicle bodies, toys, novelties, boxes, crates, carvings, turnery, veneer and plywood.