SUCUPIRA WOOD
bowdichia nitida
Sucupira flat cut wood veneer heartwood ranges from a red brown to a dark chocolate brown, along with lighter and thin veins. Moderately coarse texture; slightly interlocked or wavy grain.
Common Uses for Flat Cut Sucupira Veneer: Panels, cabinetry, millwork and doors, as well as high end furniture.
The Tree: Regularly reaches a height of 140 feet, with trunk diameters around only 2-3 feet. Boles can also be free of branches for 30+ feet.
A Little History: Very similar characteristics to Teak or Rosewood veneers.
Region: South America
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