Botanical Name

Diospyros celebica

Other Names

Indian Ebony

Characteristics

Heavy, hard, dense

Color

Heartwood is dark brown to black, streaked with bands of grayish brown, yellow brown or pale brown. 

Pattern

Straight grain to wavy or irregular.  It has a fine uniform texture. 

Uses

Handles, musical instrument parts, turnings, cabinetwork, decorative veneer

Price Range

Valuable