what is partridge wood

Partridge wood is a type of hardwood that comes from the tropical American leguminous tree, Andira inermis. It is named after the grain of the wood, which resembles the wing of a partridge due to its wide, contrasting parenchyma bands. The wood is dark striped and has a medium texture, and it is known for being tough, strong, and heavy. It is generally easy to work with and can be glued, turned, and finished well. Some common uses for partridge wood include furniture, cabinets, boxes, heavy construction, crossties, house framing, and exterior siding.