| Family: |
Myrtaceae |
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| Form and Size: |
Large spreading tree, 10 - 15m high, with a weeping habit. |
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| Distribution: |
Northern Australia extending south in eastern of Maryborough, along
fresh water streams and in seasonally wet areas. |
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| Leaves: |
The leaves have been used as a decongest and inhalant, and also
as a liniment, cough medicine and to flavour cooking. |
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| Fruiting Season: |
Mainly May to October. |
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| Introduced: |
No. |
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| Cultivation/Notes: |
This tree is an indicator of the presence of a high Major source
of honey and pollen for bees and birds. The wood contains silica which
blunts saws, has been used for house stumps and fence posts. |
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| Special Note: |
Nesting place for the Torresian Imperial Pigeon. |
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