DESCRIPTION: Heartwood is olive-brown with lighter or darker streaks. Grain is straight to irregular with a low to medium luster. Very high strength in all categories. Resistant to bending. A very strong, tough, resilient wood. Pre-drilling required for nailing. Holds screws. stains & polishes well. Texture is fine & appears oily. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: South America (Brazil) BOTANICAL NAME: Tabebuia Serratifolia. JANKA HARDNESS: 3600