The ghost gum, Eucalyptus papuana (family Myrtaceae), is a medium-sized tree of open woodlands with smooth, powdery, white bark. The tree has drooping foliage. The leaves are long, smooth and often scicle-shaped or wavy.

This tree provides excellent fire wood. Also, the leaves are used as a fish poison. See the Plant usage page for more information on the uses of plant products in traditional industry.