Redheart

Redheart is a striking tropical hardwood prized for its intense pink to deep red heartwood, which deepens to a rich crimson over time. Native to South America, this wood is celebrated for its stability, hardness, and vivid color, making it a favorite among artisans and woodworkers seeking a bold, exotic look.

Dense yet workable, Redheart machines, turns, and sands cleanly, revealing its smooth natural luster and vibrant hue. Its durability and dimensional stability make it ideal for pen blanks, knife handles, turned objects, inlays, small furniture accents, and decorative crafts, delivering both beauty and performance in every piece.

Botanical Information

Scientific Name: Erythroxylum campechianum

Family: Erythroxylaceae

Origin: South America (Brazil, Guyana, Suriname)

Common & Trade Names

Redheart, Brazilian Redheart, Redwood (trade, not true Sequoia), Bois Rouge

Key Characteristics

Heartwood: vivid pink to deep red

Sapwood: pale cream to yellow

Straight to slightly interlocked grain

Fine to medium texture

Natural luster and color retention

Workability

Machines, sands, and turns well with sharp tools

Polishes to a smooth, satin finish

Glues and finishes reliably

Dense and durable; stable for precision projects

Health & Safety Note

Dust may cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals. Use proper dust extraction, respirator, and eye protection when machining or sanding.

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