Ziricote

(Cordia dodecandra)

Central/South America

The growth range of the species is reported to extend from Mexico to Argentina. Ziricote is commonly referred to as Anacahuite, Baria (Cuba), Siricote, Bocote, Cupane, Amapa asta (Mexico) Canalete (Colombia, Venezuela), Louro pardo (Brazil), Loro negro (Argentina).

The heartwood is dull brown with irregular dark brown and black streaking, and the sapwood is creamy white to light golden tan. A pleasing ray or fleck figure is visible in quartersawn stock. Ziricote's grain is generally straight, and its texture is medium to coarse.