Indian Rosewood

Indian rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia) is a tropical deciduous tree native to South and Southeast Asia, primarily India and Indonesia. It is one of the well-known species of rosewood, whose wood is prized for its strength, distinctive grain, and dark color.
The heartwood is dark brown to purplish brown, often with darker streaks and a distinctive grain. The sapwood, on the other hand, is lighter, yellowish to grayish-white, and is usually clearly separated from the heartwood.
The wood’s grain is mostly straight to slightly irregular, with a fine to medium-coarse texture. Characteristic features include darker streaks and the contrasting grain pattern typical of rosewoods.
Rosewood is hard, strong, and relatively heavy. It requires sharp tools for machining, but with proper processing, a very smooth surface can be achieved. After finishing with oil, wax, or varnish, the wood’s grain stands out even more prominently.

In this category, you will find rosewood particularly suitable for smaller projects—such as the production of knife handles, tool handles, wooden jewelry, turned items, or other decorative and handcrafted objects.