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Eucalyptus obliqua (messmate)

Climate

The plant prefers areas with moderate to high rainfall and can tolerate a wide range of altitudes. It is commonly found in regions with poor soil quality.

Common Name

Common Name: Messmate

Description

Eucalyptus obliqua, commonly known as messmate, is a tall tree that can reach heights of up to 90 meters with a diameter of 3 meters. It thrives in poor soil conditions and moderate rainfall. This versatile hardwood is highly valued in Australia for its use in flooring, furniture, construction, and joinery due to its ease of working and adaptability to various applications.

Genus
Grouping
Other utility
Latin Name

Eucalyptus obliqua

Origin

Australia

Other Relevant Information

Other relevant information: - Eucalyptus obliqua, commonly known as messmate, is a tall tree that can reach heights of up to 90 meters with a diameter of up to 3 meters. - It is typically found in areas with poor soil and rainfall ranging from 500 to 1240 mm. - In addition to its natural habitat in Australia, it is also cultivated in other parts of the world. - Messmate is highly valued for its versatile uses, including flooring, furniture, panelling, joinery, general purpose construction, and house building. - The wood of Eucalyptus obliqua is known for its ease of working, making it suitable for various woodworking techniques. - It is considered one of Australia's most important hardwood species due to its strength and durability.

Soil Preferences

It occurs on poor soil in rainfalls of 500 - 1240 mm.

Specific species
Uses
Timber
Suitability to cool temperate climate

A tall tree to 90 m, with diameter to 3 m. It occurs on poor soil in rainfalls of 500 - 1240 mm.

Used for flooring, furniture, panelling, joinery, general purpose construction and house building. It is easily glued, stained and worked and is one of Australia's most important hardwoods.