Churnwood
Citronella moorei (F.Muell. ex Benth.) R.A.Howard
Citronella moorei is a rainforest tree native to eastern Australia, particularly Queensland. It is commonly known as churnwood and is distinguished by its uniquely twisted and crooked trunk. The species was published in 1940 and belongs to the Cardiopteridaceae family.
Description
Citronella moorei is a species of rainforest tree found in Queensland, Australia. It is recognized by its unusual, contorted trunk and is known by several common names, including churnwood, citronella, soapy box, silky beech, and corduroy. The tree is part of the Cardiopteridaceae family and is native to the region. Its distinctive form makes it easily identifiable in the rainforest environment.
Other common names
ChurnwoodCorduroySilky BeechSoapy Boxsilky-beechsoapboxsoapy-box
Distribution
Global · Queensland
Synonyms
Chariessa mooreiVillaresia moorei