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Eucalyptus
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Myrtaceae |
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Evergreen |
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Up to 45' (15 m) |
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White/cream, July/August |
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The Eucalyptus or Gum tree is not native to UK but occurs
naturally in Australia. Some species are hardy enough to
survive the British winter, such as Eucalyptus Gunnii (cider
gum) which is a native of Tasmania.
The young leaves are rounded and silvery, but they mature to a
long, narrow shape and blue/green colour. Fluffy, white/cream
flowers appear in July and August.
It is a very fast growing tree, very quickly getting out of
control if left untrimmed. |
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The bark on mature trees
sheds each year leaving a fresh, pale coloured bark
underneath which darkens with time.
The wood is used in furniture making and the oils are used
for medicinal purposes. |
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Eucalyptus Bark |
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Eucalyptus
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