Names and distribution: The term “Bahia Rosewood” or “Tulipwood” refers to wood of the species Dalbergia decipularis / D.frutescens. As the name suggests, this type of wood is widespread in Brazil in the state of Bahia and the neighboring regions to the south. The species has been overexploited in the past, availability is limited and tends towards zero.
Wood appearance: Heartwood rosé-colored, often interspersed with dark stripes. Sapwood and core sharply defined. Medium to fine pores. Ingredients occurring and sometimes visible in the pore grooves in the longitudinal section. Very decorative overall.
Properties: The density at u=12% is approx. 1.00 t/m3. Satisfactory swelling and shrinkage behavior, only air drying usual. Processing is unproblematic. Smooth and closed surfaces can be created without great effort. Pleasant fragrance during processing. Good sound characteristics.
Irritation of the mucous membranes during processing cannot be ruled out, but is very rare.
Use: high-quality woodturning, writing instruments, musical instrument making, billiard cues
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ATIBT (1990): Atlas de Maderas Tropicales de América Latina GOTTWALD (1970) Wood identification of the most important commercial timbers RICHTER, H.G. (1988) Wood as a raw material for making musical instruments, Moeck-Verlag |
