Purpleheart

Common Name(s): Purpleheart, Amaranth, Roxinho, VioletaGrowing Region: Central and South America (from Mexico down to southern Brazil)Tree Size: 100-170 ft tall, 3-5 ft trunk diameterAverage Board Foot Weight(Dry):Janka Hardness: 2,520 lbfColor/Appearance: Freshly cut the heartwood is dull grayish/purplish brown. Upon exposure—usually within a few days—the wood becomes a deeper eggplant purple.Grain/Texture: Usually straight, but can also be wavy or irregular. Has a medium textureWith age and exposure to UV light, the wood becomes a dark brown with a hint of purple. This color-shift can be slowed and minimized by using a UV inhibiting finish on the wood.