Open to dense tree with rough, flaky or fibrous yellowish to brown bark on much of the trunk, smooth and greyish upper branches. Masses of white to cream flowers. Fruit hemispherical with disc inside, 4-5 valves.
Cultural knowledge: Food, medicines, containers, string and tools
Ecological role: Bird habitat and food, food for caterpillars and nectar for butterflies
Height: 10-30m
Width: 8-25m
Sun: Full sun, semi shade
Soil type: Well drained clay loam and alluvial soils