Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Corymbia

Species:

Corymbia dichromophloia

USDA Symbol:

CODI20

Growth Characteristics

Height:

1500 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bees, honeyeaters

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Develops thick, insulating bark and resprouts from epicormic buds after fire. Common in fire-prone tropical savannas of northern Australia.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Commonly found in open woodlands and rocky outcrops

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–42 days

Notes:

Sow on surface or lightly covered; requires warmth (20-25°C) and light for best germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI