Blackbutt

Eucalyptus patens

Native to:
Australia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Myrtaceae
Genus:
Eucalyptus
Species:
Eucalyptus patens
USDA Symbol:
EUPA19

Growth Characteristics

Height:
6000 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jan,feb,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, bees
Fire Ecology:
Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
Fire Notes:
Lignotuberous; resprouts after fire.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
Thrives in areas with high rainfall