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Juniper Wood

Juniper Wood

A Korean wood with fragrance, contrasting colour and natural forms. Available as boards, branch sections and round slices.

WOODWAY MAGAZINEJuniper's strong fragrance led to its traditional use as incense in Korean rites. Its attractive red heartwood is also used for carving.

Pink-red heartwood and cream sapwood mingle like flames in naturally shaped cross-cut slices.

Scientific name

Juniperus chinensis

Origin

Korea

Colour

Golden-brown to red-brown

Characteristics

Gentle fragrance · Colour contrast · Natural form

Suggested uses

Sculptural objects · Carving · Plates · Turning

Colour, figure, knots and cracks vary even within the same species. Check photographs, condition and usable dimensions of the actual piece before ordering.