Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Eucalyptus

Species:

Eucalyptus marginata

USDA Symbol:

EUMA4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

4000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, birds, possums, honeyeaters

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Lignotuber allows resprouting after fire. Thick bark protects cambium from low-intensity fires. Does not require fire for seed release.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Western Australia; thrives in well-drained, sandy soils

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–42 days

Notes:

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

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI