Rosewood (Honduran)

Common Name(s)

Honduran Rosewood, Honduras Rosewood

Scientific Name

Dalbergia stevensonii

Tree Distribution

Belize (British Honduras)

Tree Size

50-100 ft. tall, 3 ft. trunk diameter

Janka Hardness

2200 lbf

Appearance

Heartwood color can range from a deep brownish-purple to a light-brown. Most common is a brownish-mauve color. Clearly demarcated sapwood is a pale yellow.

Grain / Texture

Grain is usually straight or slightly interlocked. Fine to medium texture, with good natural luster.

Pricing / Availability

Diminishing availability, though still seen in both lumber and turning blank form. Prices are in the mid to upper range for an imported hardwood.

- Information cited from Wood-Database.com