Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Eucalyptus

Species:

Eucalyptus globulus

USDA Symbol:

EUGL

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

6000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Butterflies & Moths:

★★★☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Caterpillars:

★☆☆☆☆ Recorded caterpillar host plant (HOSTS Database)

Hummingbirds:

★★☆☆☆ Documented hummingbird visits (GBIF)

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Reported Fauna Sightings

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bees

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Lignotuber and epicormic buds allow resprouting after fire; seeds are released from serotinous capsules.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy loam soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to southeastern Australia; prefers coastal and hilly regions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–28 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily without pretreatment; surface sow on moist medium and keep warm.

Where to Buy

Nationwide Seller

• Sheffield's Seed (seeds)