An iconic, evergreen, native tree that is prominent in bushland around Darwin. It is moderately fast-growing and can reach 10–15 m in height. It has narrow leaves with an attractive corky bark and an open spreading crown. Its light green leaves are arranged in whorls from which long stalks of small cream-green, sweetly scented flowers are produced. This handsome, hardy, stable shade tree is ideal for street or avenue planting, parks, larger blocks and rural properties. It has several indigenous uses including medicinal.