Sirari (Botanical: Ormosia novilis)

Sirari Characteristics

Fine to medium texture, and hard and heavy. Although Sirari works much like hard maple - crisp clean cuts that may burn, takes routing and molding exceptionally well. Sirari darkens to a deep rich red. Works well in nearly all operations.

Color Range

Pink to red, mostly salmon colored with fine dark streaks.

Other Names

Amargo blanco, Baracara, Chocho, Jatobahy do igapo, Kokriki, Mekoe, Palo de matos, Peonio, Tento

Some Typical Uses

Furniture, interior millwork, jewelry boxes, inlay, accents

Sirari grows in

Tropical South America, primarily Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay