Syncarpia hillii
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S. hillii
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| Syncarpia hillii F.M.Bailey |
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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.
It has been long regarded as a very valuable timber resource, being particularly useful for marine pylons. It is fire and termite resistant. However, supply is limited.[1] Satinay timber was used in the construction of the Suez Canal. Resin from the sap has proven useful in treating chronic ulcers.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 http://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/26_5661.htm
- ↑ http://web.archive.org/web/20090105184627/http://www.fraserisland.net/fraserisland/plant-life/fraser-vegetation.cfm
- ↑ nameplate at the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney
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