Origin: South America

Names: Tigerwood or Brazilian Koa

Color: Heartwood has a reddish-brown to orange-brown color with dark brown to black streaks, giving it a distinct tiger-like appearance.

Properties: The wood has an interlocked grain pattern with a medium to fine texture and a natural luster.

Additional Info: When used in humidors, Goncalves Wood helps maintain optimal humidity levels and provides a natural, pleasant aroma. Its density and hardness allow for precise carving and shaping, making it ideal for intricate humidors designs.

Fun facts about Goncalves Wood:

1. Goncalves Wood is also known as Tigerwood, due to its distinctive stripes and patterns.

2. Its distinctive grain pattern is reminiscent of a tiger's stripes, hence its nickname "Tigerwood."

3. The wood is often used as a substitute for expensive and rare woods such as Ebony and Rosewood.

4. It is one of the hardest woods in the world, with a Janka hardness rating of 1850.

5. Goncalves Wood is resistant to termites, fungi, and rot, making it a popular choice for outdoor furniture and construction projects.

6. It is an excellent tonewood, commonly used in guitar and ukulele construction.

7. Goncalves Wood has natural oils that can cause skin irritation in some people, so it should be handled with caution.

8. The wood's natural oils also make it resistant to water and moisture.

9. In Brazil, Goncalves Wood is used to make canes and walking sticks.

10. The tree that Goncalves Wood comes from can grow up to 130 feet tall.

11. In traditional medicine, the bark and leaves of the Goncalves tree are used to treat various ailments such as fever and inflammation.

12. It is considered a sustainable wood species, as it is widely cultivated in plantations.

13. Goncalves Wood has a pleasant, spicy scent when freshly cut, making it a favorite among craftsmen.