Tatajuba is the trade name for the wood of a lesser-known tree (Bagassa guianensis) that grows in north-eastern South America in Guyana, Suriname and Brazil, where it grows to a height of 20-30 metres and can reach a trunk diameter of up to one metre. Like most tropical woods, the wood is hard, with a weight of approx. 800 kg/m3 it is one of the heavier woods and is fairly durable and resistant to rot and insect damage. The wood tends to be light yellow to golden yellow in colour, but darkens slightly to a golden reddish brown. Its pores are fine, usually evenly grained with a striped pattern. Tatajuba is versatile due to its appearance, strength properties, durability and good resistance to decay. Tatajuba is used in interior design for flooring, stairs, furniture, veneers, doors and windows and turned objects, and because of its durability also in boat building and for garden furniture and decking.
