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Burl Woods

Burls (or Burrs in Europe) are growths that form on trees. These growths contain a gnarled twisted grain pattern that can also have what are referred to as "eyes". They are by far some of the most interesting woods visually. Burling is possible on all trees, but some are extremely rare. Some may say that certain species of trees will not burl, but I think that is simply a rule that's waiting to be broken.

I did not include dyed burls on this page. Please see Dyed Woods for a listing of those.


Eucalyptus Viridis	Eucalyptus Sp.
Brown Mallee Burl	New Mallee Burl
Native to Australia	Native to Australia


Olea Europaea	Eucalyptus Microcarpa
Olive Burl	Grey Box Burl
Native to Europe	Native to Australia


Cotinus Obovatus	Dalbergia Retusa
Chittum Burl (American Smoke Tree Root burl)	Mexican Cocobolo Burl
Found in limestone fields in Alabama, Dynamite is often needed to excavate the root burls. Due to the excavation process, This is one of the Rarest of North American Burls and one of the most expensive.	An example of Mexican Cocobolo Burl.

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