Syncarpia hillii

Syncarpia hillii subsp. var.	Satinay
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	Myrtaceae > Syncarpia hillii var. ,

Syncarpia hillii is a tree of the Myrtaceae family which grows on Fraser Island, Queensland, and the surrounding Cooloola area. Common names for this species are Satinay and Fraser Island Turpentine. Large examples of this tree may be seen growing at the 'Central Station' picnic area on Fraser Island.

The tree can grow to 40 metres tall, and the trunk may reach one metre in diameter.

A valuable timber tree, particularly for marine pylons. It is fire and termite resistant. However, supply is limited. Satinay timber was used in the construction of the Suez Canal. Resin from the sap has proven useful in treating chronic ulcers.

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