| Name |
SILVERTOP ASH
(Eucalyptus sieberi)
Common Name:
Silvertop, Coast ash, Black ash, Ironbark (only
in Tasmania)
|
| Distribution |
Occurs principally in eastern Victoria between
the Great Dividing Range and the sea, and on the
south coast of NSW |
| The
Tree |
A large hardwood, 25-35 metres high, while on
poor sites may be reduced to 15m. Young bark notably
flaky and bright orange when fresh, weathering to
brown. Young summer leaves crimson. |
| The
Timber |
Heartwood pale brown, sometimes pinkish. Texture
medium. Grain often interlocked. Gum veins, pin-hole
borer and "pencil streak" are common |
| Seasoning |
More difficult to season than other ash species.
Slow in drying and prone to surface checking. Collapse
is significant. |
| Durability |
Heartwood moderately durable; not suited for long-term
ground contact or damps situations. |
| Uses |
General construction, bridges, fencing, flooring,
crates, handles, wood pulp. Once used for roof shakes.
|
| Availability |
Commonly available |
| Working
Qualities |
Not difficult to work. Satisfactory for steam
bending. |
