Stringybark, Brown

Brown stringybark is a hardwood species occurring in coastal and high-rainfall regions of southern New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Kangaroo Island. It can grow to heights of up to 40 metres.

As its trade name suggests, brown stringybark heartwood is pale brown in colour. Its texture is medium and even, with considerable variation in grain. Gum veins are common.

Brown stringybark timber exhibits moderate strength and durability, and is not recommended for in-ground applications. The sapwood of the species, not always visually distinct from the true wood, is immune to lyctid borer (powder post beetle) attack.

Although the timber of this species is not especially difficult to work, common applications are limited to general construction, notably building framework, and firewood. 

Brown stringybark timber products are readily available throughout Victoria, and parts of New South Wales and South Australia.