Coyote (Platymiscium polystachyum)

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Coyote Characteristics

Grain is straight to roey, often displaying interesting variety and patterns. Medium to fine texture that takes finish well, though a sanding sealer helps to get a glassy smooth surface.

Color Range

Rose red to rich purple brown with darker streaks.

Other Names

Coyote, Granadillo, Guayacan trebol, Jacaranda do brejo, Koenatepi, Macacauba, Macawood, Trebol

Some Typical Uses

Fine furniture, musical instruments, cabinetmaking, flooring, doors, interior millwork, accents, small projects.

What's the Tree Like?

These trees are reported to reach heights of 80 feet with trunk diameters of 29-42''. The buttressed trees develop straight and well-formed boles, that are often clear to 60 feet.

Coyote grows in

Central America