Jobillo / Goncalo Alves / Tigerwood
Latin: Astronium spp. Origin: Southern Mexico through Brazil
Jobillo goes by many names, many people also call it Goncalo Alves and less commonly it is referred to as Tigerwood. We typically call it Jobillo but we also have some products, like lumber listed under Goncalo Alves. Items under both species will be listed here.
This unusual species has a dark orangish-red cast to the heartwood and it streaked with dark brown to black "tiger stripes". It does tend to darken with age. We have many slabs that are crotch pieces, on one end they will have a flame pattern (See photos below).
**PLEASE NOTE: There will be a $1/piece spec fee if you are looking for black lines on all pieces**
Wood Type
Exotic hardwood
Texture
Fine uniform texture with good luster
Grain Pattern
Usually wavy and interlocked
Health Risks
Uncommon allergy sensitizer
Color
Medium orangish-red heartwood with irregular dark brown to black streaks, darkens with age
