White Bolly Gum
Neolitsea dealbata
Common name: White Bolly Gum
Scientific name: Neolitsea dealbata
Height: Up to 30m
Bark: Dark brown, blistered, slightly scaly in larger trees. Stems hairy.
Leaves: Glossy, dark green on the upper surface and a whitish or silvery underside. The leaf is lance-shaped or elliptical, with a distinct aromatic scent when crushed. There are brownish hairs on the older leaves.
Flowers: Small, pale yellow, and inconspicuous
Fruit: Dark purple to black berries
First Nations Uses: Used for spear-throwing, boomerangs, and shields from the wood. Also used for medicinal purposes.
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