Eucalyptus largiflorens (black box)

It prefers flat country along water courses and thrives in areas with rainfall ranging from 200 - 300 mm. It typically grows on clays close to the surface with poor drainage.

Black Box

Eucalyptus largiflorens, also known as black box, is a small to medium-sized tree that grows on flat country along water courses. It reaches heights of 10-20 meters and has a diameter of up to 1 meter. The wood of this tree is hard, heavy, and durable, making it suitable for various uses such as posts, small poles, and sleepers. Additionally, it is commonly found in open woodlands alongside other plants like river red gum, myall, and cooba.

Eucalyptus largiflorens

Australia

Habitat: Eucalyptus largiflorens, also known as black box, is primarily found in flat areas near water sources with rainfall ranging from 200 to 300 mm. It typically grows on clay soils with poor drainage. Growth Characteristics: This species is a small to medium-sized tree, reaching heights of 10-20 m and diameters of up to 1 m. It is classified as an open woodland tree and often grows alongside other species such as river red gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis), myall (Acacia pendula), and cooba (Acacia salicina). Wood Properties: The wood of Eucalyptus largiflorens is pink to reddish-brown in color. It is known for being hard, heavy, and durable, making it suitable for various applications such as posts, small poles, and sleepers. Additionally, it is a good source of firewood. (Note: This capture includes additional information about the plant, excluding the preface descriptive paragraph.)

It usually occurs on clays that are close to the surface and subject to poor drainage.