Tasmanian and other Australian - softwoods (gymnosperms) 
Listed here are the Tasmanian and other Australian species of softwoods. That is, the Gymnosperms, which produce uncovered seeds usually in cones hence the term conifer.
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Celery Top Pine
Celery Top Pine: phyllocladus asplenifolius. Pale straw colour, fine straight grain, no perceptible taste or odour, ideal for kitchen utensils. -
Huon Pine
Huon Pine: lagarostrobus franklinii. Famous Tasmanian timber. Yellow colour enriching with time, characteristic odour and taste. -
King William (Billy) Pine
King William (Billy) Pine: athrotaxis selaginoides. Salmon-pink in colour, straight grained, soft. Was used for boat building, also sounding boards in musical instruments.
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