Camphor Wood
Callitris verrucosa (A.Cunn. ex Endl.) R.Br. ex Mirb.
Callitris verrucosa, known as Camphor Wood, is a conifer species in the Cupressaceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia. The tree has green-grey foliage, rigid branches, and can grow up to 8 metres in height. It is characterized by a slow growth rate.
Description
Callitris verrucosa (A.Cunn. ex Endl.) R.Br. ex Mirb. is a conifer in the Cupressaceae family. It is endemic to Australia and occurs in several regions, including New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia. The species typically has a compact form with green-grey leaves and rigid branches. It can reach a maximum height of 8 metres. The plant is known for its slow growth and is commonly referred to as Camphor Wood.
Other common names
Camphor WoodMallee PineScrub Cypress-pineTurpentine Pinemallee-pinecamphorwoodcypress-pineturpentine-pine
Distribution
Global · New South Wales · Queensland · South Australia · Victoria · Western Australia
Synonyms
Callitris preissii subsp. verrucosaCallitris preissii var. verrucosaCallitris robusta var. verrucosaFrenela robusta var. verrucosaFrenela verrucosaFrenela verrucosaCallitris verrucosaCallitris preissii subsp. verrucosa
