Eucalyptus (genus)

Genus containing over 700 species of evergreen trees native to Australia, New Zealand, Tasmania, and nearby islands, but now grown in many subtropical locations around the world, including California, Spain, South America, India, and South Africa. Eucalyptus wood is used for construction, papermaking, and other purposes. The bark is high in tannins and used for leather production. Eucalyptus oil is obtained from the dry leaves of several species of eucalyptus trees.