Other Names Also known as violete, violetta, and violet wood.
Sources Grows in Brazil.
Appearance Straight to finely roey grained with a fine, uniform texture, and bright luster. Rich, violet-brown heartwood streaked with golden yellow lines of varying darkness. Physical Props Very heavy, hard, strong and brittle with good decay resistance and stability in use. Care needed in gluing due to waxy surface. Finishes to an exceptionally smooth, naturally waxy finish and develops a metallic sheen over time.