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“What a peculiar name for a place, Pilularis,” you might think. And you’d be right to wonder. Pilularis isn’t a town or a landmark in the traditional sense. It’s a tribute to a giant, the Eucalyptus pilularis, more affectionately known as the Blackbutt. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Eucalyptus? That’s just… gum trees, right?” Well, yes, but the Blackbutt is no ordinary gum tree. This majestic species, found along the east coast of Australia, can reach a towering 70 meters, imagine that! The name Pilularis actually comes from the Latin word for “small pill,” a nod to the tree’s small, rounded fruit. Picture this: You’re a lumberjack in the late 1800s, and you come across these towering Blackbutts. The lower half of their trunks is cloaked in rough, grayish bark, while above, smooth, almost white bark reaches for the sky. This strong, durable timber, resistant to those pesky insects, quickly became a favorite, used for everything from railway sleepers to the grand flooring of Parliament House in Canberra. So, while you won’t find a signpost pointing to “Pilularis,” the next time you walk on a sturdy wooden floor or admire the grandeur of a heritage building, take a moment to remember the giant Blackbutt, a silent sentinel of Australia’s history.

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