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Leopardwood tree
Flindersia maculosa

Family: Rutaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 15 m tall. The bark is mottled. The leaves are dark green above and dull and lighter green underneath. The fruit is woody and 3 cm long. It splits into separate sections.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It grows in sandy plains and rocky areas.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Gum


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Bagala

Synonyms

Elaeodendron maculosum Lindl.; Flindersia maculata F. Muell. [Illegitimate]; Strzeleckya dissosperma F. Muell.;