Purpleheart wood blanks in round dowel and square block forms showing vivid violet-purple grain, ideal for pool cue building
Square Purpleheart wood blank with a smooth polished finish, showing rich violet-purple grain for pool cue building
Round Purpleheart wood dowel blank standing upright, showing deep purple heartwood grain for cue building
Angled view of a short Purpleheart wood block highlighting its dense grain and vivid purple color for cue building

Purpleheart - Peltogyne paniculata

$3.05
Description

Purpleheart (Peltogyne paniculata)

Purpleheart (Peltogyne paniculata) is a dense, tropical hardwood from Central and South America best known for its vivid violet-purple color and rock-solid density. It's a longtime favorite for cue builders who want a striking accent wood that holds up to daily play.

  • Species: Peltogyne paniculata
  • Origin: Central & South America
  • Color: Bright violet-purple to deep plum-purple
  • Hardness: Janka rating ~2,520 lbf — exceptionally hard and dense
  • Grain: Straight, fine to medium texture with a natural luster
  • Common uses: Cue shafts, forearms, butts, handles, and inlay accents, dowels, pens, knife handles and other crafts.
  • Available forms: Block, square, and round in standard cue-building dimensions

Tip: a UV-protectant finish helps this wood hold its bold purple color longer.