Amboyna is technically not a distinct species, but is the name of the burl wood from any of the Pterocarpus species. Most commonly this is Narra (Pterocarpus indicus), but burl sections of Burma Padauk (Pterocarpus macrocarpus) are also sold under the name Amboyna.

Amboyna Burl, sourced from Southeast Asia, is a rare and exotic wood prized for its vibrant reddish-brown color, swirling grain, and intricate burl patterns. Dense and durable, it resists decay and takes an exceptional polish, highlighting its unique figure.

The wood known in Indonesia as amboyna is the burl of the tree, named after Ambon, where much of this material was originally found. Often amboyna is finely sliced to produce an extremely decorative veneer, used for decoration and in making of furniture and keys on a marimba.

An amboyna burl comes from the Narra tree, a rare exotic wood grown mostly in Southeast Asia. Named after the Ambon Island in Indonesia from where it’s believed to have originated, amboyna can be reddish brown, yellowish or red in color and is often referred to as a burl or veneer in commercial applications.

Narra burl is full of well-defined knot clusters, and the highly valued wood is known as Amboyna. Grain/Texture: Grain is usually interlocked, and can sometimes be wavy. With an uneven medium to coarse texture with good natural luster.

Amboyna Burl, derived from the Pterocarpus indicus tree, is a rare and exquisite wood that has captivated artisans and wood enthusiasts for centuries. Native to Southeast Asia, particularly the Amboyna islands, this unique burl wood is highly prized for its unrivaled beauty, intricate grain patterns, and warm reddish-brown hue.

Amboyna Burl. Latin: Pterocarpus spp. Origin: Southeast Asia Burls are the wart on the side of a tree and Amboyna Burl is one of the most prized for its deep red color and heavy bird's eye or bubbly grain pattern.

One of the most exotic burls of the world, used mostly for high-end veneers. This is the burl found on the dashboard of the Mercedes Mai Bock. The color is usually somewhere in the reddish brown range but can swing into gold. Amboyna burls are found on Narra and Paduak trees in South East Asia.

Amboina Burl is characterized by its renowned red-orange color, and by the snow-white sapwood. Its color combined with the gold and brown tones give thee wood a very elegant and exotic appearance and make it one of the most valued and unmistakable forest’s species.

High-end architectural woodwork and cabinetry reward amboyna burl for its unequaled depth and beauty, which ranges from deep yellow-orange to crimson. Amboyna wood, a reddish hardwood, is one of the most costly types of wood in the Philippines (>$600/m3) and is renowned as a superb wood in southern Asia.