Sulawesi ebony, or also known as Diospyros celebica, is a type of ebony that is endemic to the island of Sulawesi. This wood has a distinctive dark color, with a beautiful wood grain pattern, making it highly valued for making furniture, carvings and musical instruments.
Sulawesi ebony is renowned for its strength and resistance to pest attacks and weather changes, making it an ideal raw material for high-quality goods. However, due to its slow growth and high demand, this wood is now included in the list of protected plants. Careless logging of black wood has threatened its sustainability, so sustainable management is very important to maintain the existence of this wood in nature.
Sulawesi ebony not only has high economic value, but is also a symbol of Indonesia’s natural wealth which must be preserved.
