Kanista is a unique tropical species from Central America. The tree produces an egg-shaped fruit that is wonderful for the human immune system and vision. The wood is dense and the burl has beautiful grain patterns, figure, and eyes. Checks, inclusions, voids, and live edges may be present and are not considered defects. This rare hardwood burl is ideal for small, fine woodworking articles such as knives, pens, jewelry boxes, wood bowls, and more. This has been air drying for 5 years and is ready to use. This piece has inclusions. Please see pictures for details.