Brazilian Rosewood Tree

Scientific Name: Dalbergia nigra — Brazilian rosewood.

Native Home: Atlantic Forest of eastern Brazil.

Height: 15–25 metres.

Lifespan: Several decades to over 100 years.

Uses and Harvesting

• Timber: Highly valuable, dark, fragrant hardwood.

• Harvesting: Historically harvested for fine woodworking; now strictly regulated.

• Age to Harvest: Several decades; commercial harvesting from wild trees is restricted.

• Products: Luxury furniture, musical instruments, and decorative veneers.

History and Global Production

• Traditional Use: Prized for ornamental furniture and guitar-making.

• Global Spread: Internationally famous for its timber, but wild populations are threatened by overexploitation.