Morado
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DESCRIPTION: Fine to medium texture. Hard, but works pretty well: does not splinter, etc. Very durable & gorgeous. Dark violet brown or a lighter tan brown with dark streaks and stripes - somewhat rosewood like. Dust may be an irritant to some people.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Tropical South America, primarily southern Brazil and Bolivia.
BOTANICAL NAME: Machaerium scleroxylon
USES: Musical instruments, furniture, cabinets, flooring, turning, accessories.
Also known as Bolivian Rosewood.