Broad-leaved beefwood, Grevillea striata
Broad-leaved beefwood, Grevillea striata, detail of leaves and flower
The broad-leaved beefwood, Grevillea striata (family Proteaceae), is a medium-sized tree of open woodland and grassland. It has dark furrowed bark, leathery strap-shaped leaves and cream-coloured flowers.
The wood of this tree is hard and durable, often used for boomerangs. Boomerangs made from this wood are called egngal alonhdh.