The fine-leafed beefwood or forest wax tree, Grevillea coriacea (family Proteaceae), is a characteristic tree of the open woodland and grassland of central Cape York Peninsula.

This tree is highly valued as a source of high quality "wax." Certain types of trees, including this one, have a resin on the bark of their roots which may be removed, processed, and used as a wax. By tapping around the base of a tree it is possible to tell where the good roots are. After the roots are dug up they are heated over a campfire. After being heated the resin is scraped off with a stick. The resin is continually processed until it reaches an appropriate purity and consistency for use. See the Plant usage page for more information on the uses of plant products in traditional industry.