Other Common Names:
Amarello, Pau Amarello, Brazilian satinwood(?), Pau setim

Botanical Name:
Euxylophora paraensis

Family:
Rutaceae

Mature Tree Height, Diameter:
to 130 ft , ? ft

Weight @ 12% M/C:
54 lbs./ft.3

Working Properties:
Not difficult to work.

Growing Regions:
The noninundated lands of the lower Amazon region of Brazil.

General Characteristics:
Heartwood bright clear yellow deepening upon exposure; not sharply defined from the yellowish-white sapwood. Luster is high; texture medium; grain straight to irregular; without distinct odor or taste.

Uses:
Furniture, parquet flooring, brush handles, turnery.

Acceptable Substitutes:

References:
"Tropical Timbers of the World", USDA Handbook #607, Sept. 1984, p. 80

Discussion:
The primary attraction of this wood is the vivid yellow color; which does not fade appreciably.