A tall tree, to 35 m, with a diameter to 1.3 m. It is native to Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria in rainfalls ranging from 750 - 1700 mm.
It naturally occurs in open to tall open forest, often in almost pure stands. Companions can include: Casuarina spp, Acacia spp, Callitris spp, Angophora spp Eucalyptus crebra, Eucalyptus pillularis,Eucalyptus microcorys, Eucalyptus propinqua, Eucalyptus punctata, Eucalyptus paniculata, Eucalyptus saligna, Eucalyptus moluccana and Eucalyptus acmenoides.
Said to be one of the most suitable Australian timbers for tool handles, the wood is moderately durable and shock resistant. It is also used for poles and plywood manufacture. The spotted gum is also said to be fire retardant.