Gray Mallee
Eucalyptus morrisii
- Native to:
- Australia
Ian Brooker and David Kleinig,Maiden, J. H. (Joseph Henry), 1859-1925,Maiden, J. H. (Joseph Henry), 1859-1925,National Plant Materials Center (U.S.),Fawcett, William, 1851-1926 Jamaica. Botanical Department Jamaica. Department of Public Gardens and Plantations,Fawcett, William, 1851-1926,National Plant Materials Center (U.S.),Greshoff, M. (Maurits), 1862-1909,Maiden, J. H. (Joseph Henry), 1859-1925,National Plant Materials Center (U.S.),Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.,
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Myrtaceae
- Genus:
- Eucalyptus
- Species:
- Eucalyptus morrisii
- USDA Symbol:
- EUMO9
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 1500 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- white, cream
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, birds
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- Resprouts from lignotuber after fire. Typical mallee growth form allows rapid recovery from crown fire.
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, prefers low fertility
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 14–28 days
- Notes:
- Surface sow; seeds require light for germination. Best germination at 20-25°C.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI