Salmon Gum

Eucalyptus salmonophloia

Native to:
Australia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Myrtaceae
Genus:
Eucalyptus
Species:
Eucalyptus salmonophloia
USDA Symbol:
EUSA8

Growth Characteristics

Height:
2500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jan,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
cream, white, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, bees, insects
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes
Fire Ecology:
Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
Fire Notes:
Lignotuberous species capable of resprouting from epicormic buds after fire. Tolerates moderate fire regimes.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy loam with low fertility
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid regions, prefers open woodland

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–28 days
Notes:
Surface sow seeds; requires light for germination. Best germinated at 18-22°C.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI