Jatoba Wood Turning Blanks avalible in bowl and spindle blanks
Jatoba (Hymenaea courbaril), commonly known as Brazilian Cherry, is a tropical hardwood native to Central and South America. It is prized for its strength, durability, and rich appearance.
The heartwood ranges from orange-brown to deep reddish-brown and darkens beautifully with age, often displaying dramatic grain patterns with interlocking lines or ribbon-like figures. The sapwood is much lighter, usually gray-yellow, and sharply defined.
Its density and interlocked grain can make it difficult to work with, requiring sharp tools and careful technique to avoid tear-out.
It turns cleanly with light cuts and responds well to sanding and finishing, accepting oils and polishes to achieve a high-gloss surface. Due to its hardness, it can be tough on tools but produces highly detailed and durable finished pieces.
Top Features of Jatoba:
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Rich reddish-brown heartwood that deepens over time
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Interlocked or wavy grain, often with ribbon-like figure
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Very dense and hard, requiring sharp tools for clean work
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Strong resistance to wear and impact, ideal for durable pieces
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Turns well with proper technique, holding detail cleanly
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Sands and polishes to a high-gloss finish
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Excellent for both functional and decorative turning — ideal for bowls, platters, and tool handles
Roy hadland (verified owner) –
Excellent wood to work with very dense, I made off centre
Ear and ring spire box sprayed it with clear laquer after said during to 1000 grit.