A large tree from the Kimberley growing to a height of 20 metres or more, with a classic paperbark trunk, weeping branches and dense mid to dark green foliage. May spread in certain circumstances, even from cuttings. This plant is already established along watercourses in parts of the Pilbara and in the Perth region. Cultivars include fine and broad-leaved forms.

Pronunciation: Mel-a-lew-ka