What's the difference between purpleheart and purplewood?

Purpleheart


Definition:

  • (n.) A strong, durable, and elastic wood of a purplish color, obtained from several tropical American leguminous trees of the genus Copaifera (C. pubiflora, bracteata, and officinalis). Used for decorative veneering. See Copaiba.

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Purplewood


Definition:

  • (n.) Same as Purpleheart.

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