JATOBA EXOTIC WOOD
With heart wood color similar to black cherry, Jatoba is often marketed as “Brazilian Cherry”. It is a very dense, oily lumber that is excellent for outdoor applications. Finishing can be a problem- Jatoba exudes so much oil that nothing wants to stick to it! Jatoba can also be used for interior furniture but there are other species that tool better and are easier to finish. It does make superior flooring.
Characteristics of Jatoba
| Origin of Wood Type | South America |
| Botanical Name | Hymenaea courbaril |
| Specific Gravity | 0.91 |
| Avg. Weight Per BF | 4.67 lb/ bf |
| Color Range | Pinkish Red – Orange – Brown |
| Rarity / Availability | Readily Available |
| Typical Avg. Width | 5″ to 12″ |
| Typical Avg. Length | 8′ to 14′ |
| Avg. Waste Factor | 0.3 |
| Wood Uses | Cabinetry, Architectural Millwork, Stair Treads, Flooring, Decking and other uses |
| Lumber Grades | Common 1 & 2, FAS, Remans Grade |
| Other Trade Names | Brazilian Cherry, Courbaril, West Indian Locust, Jutaby, Amerelo, Copal. Marbre, Guapinal, Algarrobo |