What is a Snake Tree?

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SNAKE WOOD
It is named for its characteristic snakeskin patterns. Technically known as piratinera guianensis, it is a small and relatively rare exotic tree found in the forests of Central and South America. The wood is typically reddish brown and features contrasting dark brown or black patterns. Besides its colorful figure, the snakewood is the densest and hardest of all tree species in the world. Color tends to darken and homogenize with age and exposure. It has a natural shine.

PRODUCTION OF SNAKE TREE Rosary
Snakewood is extremely dense and has a pronounced blunting effect on cutters during processing. It is also very brittle and can easily break apart during processing. For these reasons, it is very difficult to process.