Bastard lignum
Captured from the historical species datasheet.
At a glance
Scientific nameGuaiacum sanctum
Trade / common nameBastard lignum
FamilyZygophyllaceae
RegionCaribbean · South America · Central America · North America
Uses
Bearings & bushings, Boat building (general), Brush backs & handles, Marine construction, Railroad ties, Shade rollers, Sporting Goods, Turnery
Countries & Distribution
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Wood images
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Appearance
Heartwood color
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Red
Brown
Purple
Pink
Greenish to greyish
Black
Dark brown
Sapwood Color
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Yellow
White
Pink
White to yellow
Well defined
Luster
Low
Uses & Applications
Common Uses
Bearings & bushings, Boat building (general), Brush backs & handles, Marine construction, Railroad ties, Shade rollers, Sporting Goods, Turnery
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