Eucalyptus oleosa, commonly known as the red mallee or giant mallee, is a tree that is native to Australia. The leaves were once harvested for the production of cineole based eucalyptus oil. Usually smaller and shorter than trees, mallees grow multiple smaller-diameter stems from a common root system. Because of this, most mallee species are ill suited for lumber, though they do have a propensity for burr growths that can be harvested and used for turning and other small specialty projects. It’s rich in colour with colours range from a pinky red to a stunning brownie red. With many colours in between. These Australian burrs are hard, and have in many cases a spiny, prickly outer which can be incorporated into the final design.
