indian rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia) is a very dense wood. Its colour is usually dark-brown with a tendency into violet. Compared to its south-American relatives, it proves to be more resistant against cracks and warping.

origin:
India, Indonesia

used for:
back, sides, bridge, fingerboard

tonal properties:
As with all types of rosewood, it produces a round and mellow sound with a good projection.