Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Eucalyptus

Species:

Eucalyptus salmonophloia

USDA Symbol:

EUSA8

Growth Characteristics

Height:

3000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,dec

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Mature trees survive low to moderate intensity fires; epicormic resprouting occurs after fire.

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