Botanical Name

Pterocarpus soyauxii

Other Names

Vermillion

Characteristics

Heavy, hard, moderately strong

Color

Heartwood is blood red changing to dark purple-brown with red streaks upon exposure

Pattern

Straight to interlocked grain with a medium to coarse texture.

Uses

Furniture, cabinetwork, floorings, interiors, decorative veneer

Price Range

Valuable