Guajuvira

Guajuvira (Patagonoula americana)

Common names: Brazilian Hickory, Brazilian Macchiato Pecan, Macchiato Pecan, Brazilian Pecan, Guayjuvira, Guayaibi

Distribution : Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay

Color/appearance : sapwood is abundant and is yellow or ocher in color. Guajuvira/Brazilian Hickory heartwood is dark brown or black-brown, sometimes with pink reflections, usually with abundant black veins

Janka hardness: 1810 lb_f

Density: 4.42 lb_f

Shrinkage: 1

Radial (thickness): 2.8%

Tangential (width): 6.5%,

Volumetric (total): 9.3%,

T/R Ratio (width to depth): 2.3

Allergies/Toxicity: 1 Skin irritations have been reported.

Sustainability:CITES: no, IUCN: no

Common Uses: Hardwood flooring, Luxury Furniture, Doors, Windows and Tool Handles.