SANTOS ROSEWOOD (lat. Machaerium scleroxylum, Fam. Fabaceae)
Other names: Morado, Caviuna, Pau Ferro, Pao Ferro
Source: Bolivia, Southwest Brazil
Wood Color: Reddish purple to lightbrown to blackbrown grained, huge color variations within a parcel,
straight as well as highly interlocked grain possible
Characteristics: Very decorative, good workable and polishable
Application: Enhanced interior design, panelings, parquets, musical instruments, turnery