Purple Heart Peltogyne paniculata (Brasilien, Panama) as well as P. venosa, Country of Origin: Surinam/Guyana
carfully selected for straight and vertical grain, fibers run parallel to cutting edges, Interlocked grain may occur
Density: approx. 0,82 tons/m³, Elastic Modulus: 20.260 N/mm²
remark: wood aquires violett color after exposure to sunlight and fresh air. Wood from Brazilian sources seems to respond stronger to sunlight while the Guyana-varienties seems to be less respondand. The latter are more dense and stiff.
For sizes see the introduction of this chapter.
Sticks with extended head are available, Desired sizes should be specified in the field "Comments" in the ordering process