BOTANIC NAME: Dalbergia maritima
ORIGIN: Madagascar
DESCRIPTION: Density 930 kg/m3. Reddish, purplish heartwood; with marked streaks. Sapwood distinct from heartwood color.
RECOMENDATIONS: Oil finishes should be avoided unless you want to darken the wood to an almost black color.
USE: Musical instruments, inlay, fine furniture, carving, turned objects, and other small specialty wood items.