Eucalyptus sp. (Eucalyptus) - Image 66

Botanical name: Eucalyptus sp.

Common name: Eucalyptus

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Australia, Indonesia, New Guinea

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-11

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large or medium tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate; regular
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine
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Eucalyptus sp. (Eucalyptus) smooth orange trunk with peeling green patches on a tree stem.
Eucalyptus sp. (Eucalyptus) trunk showing layers of orange bark peeling to reveal smooth green sections.
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