Flindersia schottiana. For some time I had been wondering what these young trees are. They are planted on some streets in Brisbane. I was sure they are Australian native. Now I know, I think, they are Flindersia schottiana (please let me know if you disagree) Named in honour of Captain Matthew Flinders - one of the most successful navigators and cartographers. Common names: - Cudgerie, Bumpy Ash or Silver Ash It is the third Flindersia in my collection. This species has more robust leaves and new growth.

I believe it is a very good choice as a street tree. But then I found : The Silver Ash (Flindersia schottiana) has pods that are particularly big and heavy and for this reason it should not be planted where the pods can drop on cars or on people’s heads due to the potential to cause damage or injury. Ooops...