![Jatoba lumber wood, Hymenaea courbaril lumber for woodworking](graphics/category_species/jatoba.jpg)
Jatoba // Hymenaea courbaril
Also called Brazilian Cherry, and one of our more popular imported woods. Hard, very heavy, and very tough. The grain is commonly interlocked with a medium coarse texture. Somewhat difficult to work due to its hardness and weight, however Jatoba remains a popular choice for furniture pieces and other woodwork.![color of Jatoba](graphics/icons/CTGY/ColorPalette.png)
Color Range
Russett to reddish brown, often with dark stripes or streaks.![other names for Jatoba](graphics/icons/CTGY/Log.png)
Other Names
Alga, Algarrobo, Azucar huayo, Brazilian Cherry, Copal, Copinol, Courbaril, Gaupinol, Jatahy, Jatoba, Jutai, Kawanari, Locust, Pie de venado, Rode locus, Rode rode locus, West indian locust![uses for Jatoba](graphics/icons/CTGY/HandPlane.png)
Some Typical Uses
Furniture, cabinets, flooring, veneer, decks, outdoor furniture, trim, stairs, moldings.![the Jatoba tree](graphics/icons/CTGY/Tree.png)
What's the Tree Like?
Usually less than 100 feet with a trunk 24-48", but occasionally larger. May have swollen bases or buttresses and boles clear to 80 feet.Jatoba grows in Latin America
![map of where Jatoba grows](graphics/maps/latin_america.png)