Flindersia brayleyanaScientific name: Flindersia brayleyana Author: F. Muell. Common name: Queensland Maple Family: Rutaceae |
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LocationAt Mount Annan, you will find this tree at the top of the Terrace Garden. Just take the path on the northern side of the Terrace, opposite the Visitor Centre, and follow it almost to the top. You will see the tree with its large clusters of creamy flowers across on your left. While you’re there have a look at the wine-dark flowers of the Flindersia pimenteliana (the Rose Silkwood) which is growing next to it. |
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A large tree with a spreading crown, this species occurs in highland rainforests of north-eastern Queensland from the Atherton Tableland to near Townsville. It is a very important timber tree with attractive, easy-to-work pink wood which is extensively used for cabinets and indoor fittings. The species is planted commercially in the reafforestation of logged areas.
Trees have a majestic growth habit and are excellent subjects for parks and rural planting. Young trees are fairly fast growing and in open situations develop a rounded, dense, dark green canopy. They prefer loamy soils with plenty of moisture but will grow on other soils. They grow well in subtropical regions and are tolerant of moderate frosts.
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