Brazilian Rosewood

The Bahia Rosewood, Brazilian Rosewood, Rio Rosewood, Jacarandá De Brasil, Pianowood, Caviuna, or Obuina (Dalbergia nigra) is a species of legume in the Fabaceae family. It is found only in Brazil, from the eastern forests of Bahia to Rio de Janeiro. It is threatened by habitat loss, since most of its habitat has been converted to farmland. Due to its endangered status, it is CITES-listed, and illegal to trade. As with other kinds of rosewood, this timber is very hard and dense. It is used for flooring, and for building furniture and musical instruments. It is also used for turnery such as pool cues, wooden chess sets, bowls, platters, candlesticks, etc.