Works easily depite its density, and has a nice 'glow' when it's polished. The color remains rather creamy orange-tan. Far more stable than Peroba Rosa, which is also in the Aspidosperma family.
Color Range
Tan with an orange cast; slightly darker growth rings are faintly visible.
Other Names
Peroba rosa, Jacamim, Red peroba, Volador
Some Typical Uses
Furniture, flooring, interior millwork.
What's the Tree Like?
A very large tree with long, clear trunks. Large, clear lumber is frequent.
Volador grows in
Only in the higher elevations of Peru
Volador Prices and Available Wood or Lumber Products