Angelim Vermelho
Dinizia excelsa
Genus: Dinizia · Family: Fabaceae
Quick Facts
Wood Type
Hardwood
Native Range
South America
Avg. Dried Weight
63 lb/ft³
Janka Hardness
2,890 lbf
Decay Resistance
Very Durable
Typical Color
Reddish Brown
Stability
High
Outdoor Suitability
Excellent
Workability
Difficult
Availability
Commercially Available
CITES
Unlisted
IUCN
Not Evaluated
Did You Know?
- •Angelim Vermelho is harder than 91% of all species in our database — one of the hardest woods commercially available.
- •At 63 lb/ft³, Angelim Vermelho is denser than water and will sink when submerged.
- •Angelim Vermelho is one of the few species rated both "Very Durable" for decay resistance and "Excellent" for outdoor use — ideal for ground-contact and marine applications.
Janka Hardness Scale
Very Hard
Overview
Professional Summary
Angelim Vermelho (Dinizia excelsa) is one of the heaviest and most durable South American hardwoods, with a Janka hardness of 2,890 lbf and exceptional natural resistance to rot, termites, and marine borers. It's an industrial-grade timber for the most demanding structural applications.
In Plain English
Angelim Vermelho is a beast of a Brazilian hardwood — extremely heavy, extremely hard, and virtually indestructible outdoors. It's used for heavy-duty commercial decking, truck/trailer beds, and industrial flooring where nothing else is tough enough.
Appearance
Technical Properties
Sources, Conditions & Safety
No documented references are attached to this profile yet. Its recorded values should not be treated as source-verified.
Wood dust & sensitivity
Species-specific safety information has not been documented here. Absence of a warning does not mean the wood is safe or non-allergenic.
Use dust extraction and appropriate protective equipment; consult occupational-safety guidance. This is not medical advice or food-contact approval.
Durability & Performance
Workability
Common Uses
Heavy-duty decking, trailer/truck decking, heavy construction, bridge timbers, and marine pilings.
Sustainability & Trade
Listings are reference information, not proof of legal sourcing or certification. Verify current trade rules and supplier documentation before buying; absence of a note does not mean unrestricted trade.
Extremely heavy (63 lb/ft³) — difficult to handle and install. Severely dulls tools. Pre-drilling mandatory.
Native Distribution
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