Smithton Peppermint Gum
Eucalyptus nitida
- Native to:
- Australia
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Myrtaceae
- Genus:
- Eucalyptus
- Species:
- Eucalyptus nitida
- USDA Symbol:
- EUNI6
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 3000 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- white, cream
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, bees
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- Eucalyptus nitida is a lignotuberous species that resprouts after fire; seeds are also released from serotinous capsules following fire.
Propagation & Germination
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow at 4°C for 3 months, then place @ 20°C for 3 months. * see www.angelfire.com/bc/eucalyptus/seed.html