Slate
An easily divisible dark colored rock. Could be a key item to build some structures.
Overview
Slate is a building material found in the Jungle biome. It is used mainly for decoration, but it also has practical construction uses, especially when building structures that benefit from its high absorbency.
The material can be gathered locally in the Jungle biome, and for larger construction projects it can also be imported from Poison Tooth. In practice, Slate is most often used for aesthetic building work, with its most notable functional use being as a material for 
- Best suited for decorative builds rather than core progression.
- Useful when you want a material with a more practical role than pure ornamentation.
- Can be sourced directly from the Jungle biome, or imported if you need a larger supply.
Official description
An easily divisible dark colored rock. Could be a key item to build some structures.