Pale olive green to clear yellow in color, it usually has darker streaks in shades of reds, purple, dark green, blue and black. The wood is straight grained, occasionally with an attractive blister figure.
Texture is typically fine and even.
Common uses include cabinetmaking, decorative veneer, food containers, hat racks, interior trim, marquetry, moldings, musical instruments, baskets, casks, drum sticks, fine furniture, organ pipes and sounding boards.