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Bolivian Rosewood

Machaerium spp.

Distribution:

The species of this group are widely distributed throughout tropical America but are most abundant in Brazil, with commercial sources in the southeast.

General Characteristics:

Heartwood brown to dark violet brown, often streaked, rather waxy; sapwood whitish, grayish, or yellowish. Luster medium to high; texture fine coarse; grain straight to irregular; without distinctive taste but sometimes walnut scented.

Uses:

Fine furniture, decorative veneers, turnery, specialty items, and cabinet work. Generally useful for the same purposes as Brazilian rosewood.