Angophora costata (Smooth-barked apple)

Botanical names: Angophora costata, Angophora lanceolata

Common names: Smooth-barked apple, Rose Gum, Rose Apple, Sydney Red Gum

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Eastern Australia

The genus Angophora is very close to Eucalyptus, and can be distinguished easily by its opposite leaves. The old bark is shed in spring in large flakes with the new salmon-pink bark turning to pale grey before the next shedding. The tree has a handsome, rugged ornamental appearance and its young red tips are often used in floral arrangements.