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Atherosperma moschatum Black sassafras Evergreen tree (1 Page of 5) The Atherosperma moschatum plant species is found in Australia - New South Wales, Tasmania, Victoria. It is a member of the Atherospermataceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Black sassafras. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Atherosperma moschatum Common Name: Black sassafras Family: Atherospermataceae Author: Labill. Known Hazards: The bark contains a potential carcinogen[152]. Another report says that the whole plant might be poisonous[4]. Mature Height: 30 Mature Width: 10 Habitat: Temperate rainforests and moist gullies up to the sub-alpine zone[11, 152, 154].
General Uses: An essential oil is obtained from the plant, it is used medicinally[1].
Wood - tough, close grained, fairly soft, low in tannin. Used for cabinet making, turnery etc[154, 156].
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