Erythrophleum ivorense is a tall evergreen tree that can grow to a height of 40 m (130 ft).

The inflorescence is a terminal or auxiliary raceme, about 8 cm (3 in) long, covered with reddish-brown down.

[4] Erythrophleum ivorenseis native to tropical West Africa where its range extends from The Gambia to Gabon and the Central African Republic.

The roots often bear nodules containing Bradyrhizobium, bacteria which are capable of nitrogen fixation.

It is used for heavy construction, bridges, wharves and railway sleepers, as well as for boat building and wheel hubs.