The Brazilian rosewood tree sometimes attains a height of 125 feet, and a diameter up to 4 feet. Old defective stems yield the most attractive wood grain and color.

The iconic tree that gave Brazil its name and the world's violinists their bows got extra protection Thursday to prevent it from sliding toward extinction. IE 11 is not supported.

With its rich, colorful grain and ringing tone, Brazilian rosewood can make a guitar buyer smile — and a guitar maker scream.Guitar buffs revere the wood as the foundation of some of the ...

Brazilian rosewood gained CITES protection in 1992, which is believed to have put more pressure on the forests in Madagascar. The slow-growing rosewood trees are found in relative isolation from ...

Brazilian rosewood gained CITES protection in 1992, which is believed to have put more pressure on the forests in Madagascar. The slow-growing rosewood trees are found in relative isolation from ...

Brazilian rosewood plants, parts, products, ... CITES Wood & Other Tree Products Permits. This C.F. Martin 0-28 guitar is made of Brazilian rosewood, ca. 1895. Clara Yoon.