Cocobolo is a tropical hardwood of Central American trees [1] belonging to the genus Dalbergia. Only the heartwood of cocobolo is used; it is usually orange or reddish-brown, often with darker irregular traces weaving through the wood.

Color/Appearance: Cocobolo can be seen in a kaleidoscope of different colors, ranging from yellow, orange, red, and shades of brown with streaks of black or purple. Sapwood is typically a very pale yellow.

Aug 2, 2023 · Cocobolo wood is a tropical hardwood native to Central America, mostly found in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, and parts of Mexico. It is highly valued for its appearance, density, durability, rot, and insect-resistant properties.

Sep 20, 2023 · Cocobolo or cocobola (Dalbergia retusa) is one of the most beautiful woods in the world. (Sometimes cocobolo is called Nicaragua rosewood. In Mexico, the wood is called granadillo.)

Cocobolo is a truly exquisite exotic wood that remains in high demand with fine furniture craftsmen and guitar luthiers, alike. It is renowned for its often amazing array of colors and for being an extremely dense, stable and durable wood …

Dec 17, 2024 · Cocobolo (Dahlbergia retusa) belongs to the same genus as Brazilian rosewood, and in fact, has similar properties. Rosewood, however, likes South America's rain forests. Cocobolo prefers the drier, upland savanna country of Central America's Pacific Coast.

Cocobolo, native to Central America, is a dense hardwood prized for its stunning appearance and natural durability. Its heartwood showcases a vibrant array of colors, including orange, red, yellow, and dark brown, often with striking black streaks and figure.

Jan 26, 2024 · Discover the allure of cocobolo wood in our complete guide. From its stunning colors to versatile uses, learn all about this beautiful yet vulnerable species.

Cocobolo responds extremely well to machining and is now even starting to infringe on African Blackwood’s dominated realm in woodwind instrument crafting. The tonality, specific gravity, hardness, and visual appeal all culminate to qualify cocobolo as excellent musical grade material.

Mar 11, 2024 · Cocobolo is a hardwood that comes from a species of trees in Central America. Typically, only the heartwood of this tree is used, which is well-known for its orange and red coloration. Often, there are irregular patterns throughout the …