Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Eucalyptus

Species:

Eucalyptus pyriformis

USDA Symbol:

EUPY3

Growth Characteristics

Height:

600 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

yellow, cream, pink, red

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bees, honeyeaters

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts from lignotuber after fire. Typical mallee eucalypt fire response with vigorous regrowth from underground structures.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Adapted to arid regions with poor soil fertility

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–42 days

Notes:

Surface sow; requires light for germination. Best results with fresh seed at 18-22°C.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI