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Which products are made from Eucalyptus wood and bark?

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common myrtle — Myrtales Common myrtle (*Myrtus communis*).

Eucalyptus trees, which are economically significant members of the Myrtales order, provide various materials used in manufacturing and industry.

Eucalyptus Wood Products

Eucalyptus wood is a versatile resource used for several purposes:
* Construction and Infrastructure: The timber is commonly utilized in building and fencing.1
* Industrial Materials: The wood is processed to create pulp and paper, as well as reconstituted products such as hardboard.2
* Fuel: In Australia, the wood is extensively used as a source of fuel.1

Eucalyptus Bark Products

The bark of many eucalyptus species is harvested for specific industrial applications:
* Papermaking: The bark is utilized in the production of paper.1
* Tanning: The bark is a source of tannins, which are used in the tanning of hides.12

Additionally, certain species yield a dark reddish resin known as Botany Bay kino, which is extracted from the tree trunk. Essential oils with medicinal properties are also derived from the leaves and wood of various species.12