Macawood (Platymiscium spp.) also know as Macacauba is a tree that grows to Between 65-80 ft tall and a 2-3 ft trunk diameter. Macawood comes from Central and South America.
Macawood heartwood color can be highly variable, ranging from a bright red to a darker reddish or purplish brown, frequently with darker stripes. Grain is straight to interlocked, with a medium to fine texture. Macawood has a high natural luster.
Common uses for Macawood are Furniture, cabinetry, veneer, musical instruments, turned objects, and small specialty wood items.