Peroba Rosa

peroba-rosa-s

Scientific Name: Aspidosperma polyneuron
Location: Brazil & Argentina
Dried Weight: 47lbs/ft3
Janka Hardness: 1,670lbf
Crushing Strength: 9,140lbf /in2

 

Peroba Rosa has a heartwood with a yellow to pinkish red color and a sapwood with a grey to yellow color. The grain is straight to slightly irregular and it has a fine uniform texture. The end grain is diffuse-porous. Peroba Rosa is rated as durable in regards to decay.it is easy to work with and glues, turns, and finishes well.