Tasmanian cider gum (Eucalyptus gunnii), The world’s tallest hardwood tree species, also the tallest tree species in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Tasmanian cider gum (Eucalyptus gunnii), The world’s tallest hardwood tree species, also the tallest tree species in the Southern Hemisphere and the world’s tallest flowering plant. The timber, Tasmanian oak, is used for joinery and furniture making, high-quality veneer and house construction. The species is also a major source of wood for paper pulp, particularly for newsprint. Tasmania, Australia

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