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“ The trees grow to an average height of 120 feet, with an average diameter 
of 2 feet. 0 inches.” (Mr. Forester Pope, Mnrwillumbah.) 
“ Height 150 feet, diameter 3 feet.” (Mr. Forester MacDonald, Kempsey.) 
I saw trees of this size also in the Bellinger River District. 
Propagation. —From seed. It is one of the best shade-trees of New South 
Wales, is evergreen, with rich glossy leaves, white feathery-looking flowers, and 
fruits looking very much like those of gum-trees. It is to be seen in thousands of 
Sydney gardens, planted for shade and ornament, the tree being shapely as well as 
possessing handsome foliage. It is one of the best trees for street planting in the 
Sydney climate, and has been largely adopted by the Municipality of Strathfield in 
boulevarding the streets of Strathfield and Homebush. Other municipalities have 
used it less extensively. It is well worthy of being planted in the play-grounds of 
schools where there is a fair depth of soil, and the climate is warm and not too dry. 
EXPLANATION OF PLATE 17. 
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
E. 
Expanding bud. 
Front view of fully expanded flower, showing staminal bundles. 
Vertical section of ovary, with style and stigma (petals removed). 
Transverse section of ovary. 
Top view of fruit. 
