Syncarpia hillii
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Syncarpia hillii is a tree of the Myrtaceae family which grows on Fraser Island, Queensland, and the surrounding Cooloola area. Common names for this species are Satinay and Fraser Island Turpentine.[1] Large examples of this tree may be seen growing at the 'Central Station' picnic area on Fraser Island.
The tree can grow to 40 metres tall[2], and the trunk may reach one metre in diameter.
A valuable timber tree, particularly for marine pylons. It is fire and termite resistant. However, supply is limited.[3] Satinay timber was used in the construction of the Suez Canal. Resin from the sap has proven useful in treating chronic ulcers.[4]
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References
- ↑ http://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/26_5661.htm
- ↑ http://74.125.153.132/search?q=cache:EJPaApokvWsJ:www.fraserisland.net/fraserisland/plant-life/fraser-vegetation.cfm+tallest+satinay&cd=3&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=au&client=firefox-a
- ↑ http://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/26_5661.htm
- ↑ nameplate at the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney
External links
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