Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum)

Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) pink flower clusters with narrow gray-green leaves, close up shot.
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) with round pink flower clusters and slender leaves against blue sky.

Botanical name: Eucalyptus torquata

Common names: Coral Gum, Coolgardie Gum

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Australia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowers

Eucalyptus torquata is an evergreen tree with alternate gray- green leaves. The juvenile leaves are elliptical and the mature leaves are lanceolate. The flowers are large (up to 35 mm in diameter) and normally coral-pink but white, cream and red flowered plants are known.

Coral Gum is commonly cultivated for small gardens and for use as a street tree, especially in arid areas.

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Image gallery: 9 images
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) tree with orange pink flowers and long slender green leaves
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) green red flower buds in a detailed close up image.
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) red green flower buds in a detailed close up shot
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) with pink flowers and long slender grey leaves on branch
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) orange buds with pink flower, close up on tree branches.
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) pink flower close up showing thin filaments and golden center tips
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) pink flower close up with green leaves on branch
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) tree with greyish green leaves and vibrant red flower clusters
Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum) with reddish-green buds close up on branch


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