Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Corymbia

Species:

Corymbia nesophila

USDA Symbol:

CONE8

Growth Characteristics

Height:

2500 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bees, native insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

As a eucalypt, likely resprouts from lignotuber or epicormic buds after fire; adapted to fire-prone Australian landscapes.

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:

native to tropical regions with seasonal rainfall

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–28 days

Notes:

Sow seed on surface or lightly covered; requires light and warmth for germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI