A distinctive, rare, true Ebony, Royal White Ebony originates from Southeast Asia and Laos. By definition, Ebony has no hue, but rather contains neutral colors like black or white. White Ebony variety has inky black variegations flowing through pale milky white. It is an incredible wood with amazing color contrast. The wood density ranges from 0.67 to 1.02 depending on the coloration. It is excellent for turning and for use in fancy articles. When turned or finish sanded on boxes it is possible to obtain a high glass-like natural polish. Diospyros embryopteris.

Scientific Name: Diospyros malabarica, Diospyros biflora Blanco, Diospyros Embryopteris
Family: Ebenaceae
Color: Cream to tan with dark brown and black streaks
Origin: Laos, India, Southeast Asia
Hardness: Very hard
Texture: Medium textured grain with semi-open pores
Finishing: Readily accepts stains and finishes

Wikipedia says: Both the bark of the tree and the unripe fruit have medicinal uses in Ayurveda. Unripe leaves and fruits were traditionally used to dye cloth black. The royal white ebony tree exudes a glutinous substance used for caulking and sealing boats in the traditional way. The unripe fruit is rich in tannins and used for curing nets, leather etc.