Mesquite // Prosopis juliflora
Tough, textured, and totally irresistible. Mesquite is the wildchild of the desert—gnarled, weathered, and full of soul. Harvested from scrappy Sonoran trees hardened by sun, wind, and drought, this wood shows off dramatic knots, cracks, worm trails, and bark inclusions. It’s for woodworkers with artistic vision for projects that tell a unique story. Fresh-cut, it’s a warm tan, but over time it deepens into a rich, red-sandstone glow—like the desert at golden hour.
Color Range
Rich dark brown heartwood with wavy darker lines.
Other Names
Honey Mesquite, Argentine Mesquite
Some Typical Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, fine art, turnings
What's the Tree Like?
This is a small, twisted, short-trunked tree, 20 to 50 feet high, or a large shrub. It is very slow growing, ill-shaped and scrawny looking tree with an exceptionally deep tap root.Mesquite grows in North America
Weight
4
lbs /Bd. Ft.
11.73% heavier than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
General Workability
Wood Texture
Ease of Finishing
