Chakte Viga is a tropical hardwood from Mexico. The heartwood color varies slightly from pale yellow to rich reddish orange. Chakte Viga is sometimes referred to as Orangeheart or Paela. The grain is typically straight, but can be interlocking. It is reported to have good tonal qualities and is popular in both instrument building and wood turning. The wood is normally bright yellow in color when freshly cut and darkens with exposure to light and oxygen.