Characteristics of surian (<i>Cedrela (Toona)</i> spp.) are reviewed with special reference to Peninsular Malaysia where two species occur (<i>T. serrata</i> and <i>T. sureni</i>), mainly in hill forests; the standard Malaysian name, limpaga, comes from Sabah. The timber is light (air-dry density 270-530 kg/m³), non-durable (less so in <i>T. serrata</i>) and highly decorative, with aromatic heartwood. Seasoning and strength properties are given for <i>T. sureni</i>. -- AATA