Difference between revisions of "Partridgewood"
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== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
| − | ''Voucapopoua americana''; acapau; bois perdrix (Fr.); | + | ''Voucapopoua americana''; acapau; bois perdrix (Fr.); acapú (Port.) |
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Latest revision as of 07:45, 24 July 2013
Description
A heavy, black, ebony-like wood from the tree Voucapopoua americana. Partridgewood, or acapau, is native to the Amazon valley. It is used for furniture, inlays and decorative work. Like ebony, partridgewood is highly resistant to insect attack.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Voucapopoua americana; acapau; bois perdrix (Fr.); acapú (Port.)