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Trade or Common Name: Peroba
rosa
Local Name: Manglillo
Botanical Name: Aspidosperma Spp.
Family: Apocynaceae
The Tree: Peroba rosa is a
tall canopy tree, averaging 100 feet in height in the natural rainforest, with a straight
cylindrical bole 2 to 3 feet in diameter. Larger specimens may reach 130 feet, with trunks
up to 4 or 5 feet in diameter.
Status: Peroba rosa has been
heavily exploited in the past because of its durability, and is now sought because of its
beauty. Peroba rosa is becoming increasingly scarce outside of parks and preserves and is
now very rare in parts of its original range.
The Wood: Peroba rosa is a very attractive
wood, light brown to pinkish to rose-red and often variegated or streaked with pink,
purple or brown. The texture is fine to medium and uniform, with a medium luster and
straight to interlocking grain. Peroba rosa is moderately heavy, weighing 47 pounds per
cubic foot and has a specific gravity of .66. It turns and shapes easily, glues well, and
readily takes a high polish. It is stronger than teak and rated very durable.
Uses: Peroba rosa is favored for fine
furniture and cabinetry, decorative veneers, joinery and millwork, flooring, interior
trim, sash and doors. It is also used for specialty items in turnery and carving.
Availability: We
grow peroba
rosa trees both in pure plantings and as part of our Premium
Mixture.
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