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American ebony

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Also known as: Jamaica ebony, green ebony

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In ebony
Jamaica, American, or green ebony is produced by the unrelated Brya ebenus, a leguminous tree or shrub; the heartwood is a rich dark brown, very heavy, exceedingly hard, and capable of receiving a high polish.
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