Examples of Beautiful Tropical Hardwoods of South Florida
Ever heard of Jamaica dogwood? Jambolina plum? Golden cluster tree? Ear pod acacia?
These and countless more West Indian and Asian species grow in Southwest Florida. Since few of these trees can survive the cold even 75 miles north of Lee County, our wood turners have access to exotic woods available few other places in North America.
These woods are beautiful. They have remarkable grain
and colors seen in no other woods. All are grown as ornamental trees and
many of them become very large. Pieces of this great stuff wind up in piles
along streets waiting to be picked up by trash trucks. Members of our club
practice "urban forestry", gathering chunks suitable for turning, and share
them at club meetings. When a large and desirable tree has been cut, members
work as a team to salvage large quantities. As a result, many members never
have to buy wood for turning. Here are a few examples, courtesy of Robin
and Stuart Brown.
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