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Goncalo Alves
(Astronium Fraxinifolium) A reddish brown timber from Brazil which often shows dark brown streaks and spots. The interlocked grain together with alternate layers of hard and soft wood makes planing difficult although it is an excellent wood turning wood. In addition to wood turning, Goncalo Alves is used for fine furniture and cabinet making.
Guayacan Partridgewood
(Caesalpinia Parauariensis) A very small tree found growing in Paraguay and also parts of Brazil. Great for woodturning with a high gloss finish.