Burl Wood does not come from a specific tree but rather refers to a cross section cutting of the wood near the root. The different grain patterns from the root can make some interesting designs and is frequently used as contrasting panels in the doors of furniture.

Camphor Wood (zhangmu) is a hardwood that has a wonderful grain and is ideal for making carvings. It is similar to cedar in that its distinctive smell deters insects.

Chicken Wing Wood (jichimu) a prized and expensive hardwood is so named for its grain which resembles the pattern of bird feathers.

Cypress Wood (bai mu) is a dense smooth wood with light yellow/brown coloring and is very resistant to rot and decay.

Iron Wood (tie li mu) is a predominately grayish black hard wood with a coarse texture. Ming Dynasty furniture pieces made from iron wood can occasionally still be found but because of their rarity usually carry a high price.

Northern Elmwood (yu mu) is a semi-hard wood and is used commonly for making furniture.

Rosewood (hua li mu) is a general term that encompasses a variety of woods. Unlike other dark woods, rosewood may have a mild yellow hue (highly prized Hua li mu), or a more intense one often called Yellow Rosewood or Huang Jua li.

Sandalwood originated in India and has been revered by the Asian countries for hundreds of years. Sandalwood is a slow growing tree and takes a generation or more to reach maturity. Purple sandalwood (chin-ssu tzu’an) a very dense and heavy wood, is prized and expensive. Its color appears to be black with hints of purple emerging.

Southern Elmwood (ju mu) is a denser wood than its cousin the Northern Elm. The defining characteristic of Elmwood is its stunning wave-like lines. It is an excellent wood for furniture because of its durability.

Zitan Wood is a hardwood that is dense enough to sink in water. Zitan is very prized due to its rarity and durability. It is a very slow growing evergreen and maturity can take several generations.

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