Eucalyptus cyanophylla
Eucalyptus cyanophylla
- Native to:
- Australia
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Myrtaceae
- Genus:
- Eucalyptus
- Species:
- Eucalyptus cyanophylla
- USDA Symbol:
- EUCY3
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 800 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,mar,apr
- Bloom Colors:
- white, cream
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, bees
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- Resprouts vigorously from lignotuber after fire. Typical mallee growth form allows rapid recovery post-burn.
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 arid regions with poor soil fertility
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 14–28 days
- Notes:
- Sow on surface or lightly covered; requires light for germination. Best germination at 18-22°C.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI