Heartwood colors vary from pink, red, or orangish brown. Contrasting dark brown to black veins sometimes present. Sapwood is a pale yellowish brown, usually demarcated from the heartwood.Heartwood colors vary from pink, red, or orangish brown. Contrasting dark brown to black veins sometimes present. Sapwood is a pale yellowish brown, usually demarcated from the heartwood.
Scientific NameWeinmannia trichosperma
Other NamesTineo
SourcesSouth America (mainly Chile and Argentina)
Grain / TextureGrain is straight, with a uniform medium texture and good natural luster.Grain is straight, with a uniform medium texture and good natural luster.
WorkabilityWorks well with both hand and machine tools. Glues, turns, and finishes well.Works well with both hand and machine tools. Glues, turns, and finishes well.
UsesVeneer, furniture, interior millwork, and turned objects.Veneer, furniture, interior millwork, and turned objects.
AvailabilityAvailable in limited quantities, usually as small turning blanks, short lumber, and veneer sheets. Expect prices to be in the mid to upper range for an imported hardwood.
