River peppermint or river white gum
Eucalyptus elata
About
Eucalyptus elata, commonly known as the river peppermint or river white gum, is a species of medium to tall tree that is endemic to eastern Australia. It has rough, compacted bark on the lower trunk, smooth bark above, lance-shaped to curved adult leaves, green to yellow flower buds arranged in groups of eleven to thirty or more, white flowers and hemispherical or shortened spherical fruit.
- Family
- Myrtaceae
How to use it
The river peppermint tree is valued for its ornamental beauty and ecological benefits. Its striking appearance makes it a popular choice for landscaping, while its flowers attract pollinators, supporting local wildlife. Additionally, the tree's bark can be used for various purposes, including crafting and traditional uses in Indigenous cultures.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Eucalyptus elata
- Slug
- eucalyptus-elata
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Genus
- Eucalyptus
- Species
- elata
- Wikidata QID
- Q2709149
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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