Eucalyptus punctata

Eucalyptus punctata, commonly known as grey gum, is a medium-sized to tall eucalypt in the family Myrtaceae endemic to the eastern coast and tablelands of New South Wales and southern Queensland, Australia, where it is a characteristic species of dry sclerophyll forest on shaley and clay-loam soils. Trees typically reach 15-30 m tall, with a single straight trunk bearing smooth bark that sheds in irregular flakes to leave a distinctive mottled patchwork of orange, yellow, and grey colours. Adult leaves are lanceolate, glossy dark green, and prominently gland-dotted, the source of the specific epithet. White flowers are borne in seven-flowered axillary umbels in summer, providing an important nectar source for honey production. The hemispherical fruits are 5-9 mm in diameter, with valves prominently exserted. Grey gum is widely valued for hardwood timber and as a koala food tree.