Eucalyptus multicaulis

Eucalyptus multicaulis

Native to:
Australia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Myrtaceae
Genus:
Eucalyptus
Species:
Eucalyptus multicaulis
USDA Symbol:
EUMU4

Growth Characteristics

Height:
800 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, honeyeaters
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes
Fire Ecology:
Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
Fire Notes:
Resprouts vigorously from lignotuber after fire; mallee growth form is a fire adaptation. Seeds may be released following fire.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to sandstone ridges and rocky outcrops

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Surface sow; seeds require light for germination. Germinates best at 18-22°C.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI