Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
affinis
ID:
955022

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Deane & Maiden

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 25: 104 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954360

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus affinis
  • Affinis Eucalyptus
  • Affinis Gum Tree

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Description

Eucalyptus affinis (also called White Peppermint, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 meters in height. It is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. Its leaves are lanceolate to ovate in shape, and its bark is smooth and white-grey in color.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its fragrant white flowers and its ability to thrive in low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucalyptus affinis is white and bell-shaped, with a yellowish center. The seed is small and brown, and the seedling is a small, oval-shaped plant with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus affinis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Both methods require warm temperatures and plenty of light for successful propagation.

Where to Find Eucalyptus affinis

Eucalyptus affinis can be found in Australia.

Species in the Eucalyptus genus

Eucalyptus arborella, Eucalyptus broviniensis, Eucalyptus calyerup, Eucalyptus castrensis, Eucalyptus cernua, Eucalyptus diminuta, Eucalyptus incerata, Eucalyptus mcquoidii, Eucalyptus mimica, Eucalyptus missilis, Eucalyptus purpurata, Eucalyptus rugulata, Eucalyptus sporadica, Eucalyptus thamnoides, Eucalyptus utilis, Eucalyptus vesiculosa, Eucalyptus filiformis, Eucalyptus hawkeri, Eucalyptus litoralis, Eucalyptus pyrenea, Eucalyptus quaerenda, Eucalyptus relicta, Eucalyptus virginea, Eucalyptus walshii, Eucalyptus elegans, Eucalyptus erosa, Eucalyptus longissima, Eucalyptus alipes, Eucalyptus megasepala, Eucalyptus orthostemon, Eucalyptus platydisca, Eucalyptus proxima, Eucalyptus arenicola, Eucalyptus falciformis, Eucalyptus rhomboidea, Eucalyptus nebulosa, Eucalyptus baiophylla, Eucalyptus retusa, Eucalyptus sinuosa, Eucalyptus arcana, Eucalyptus brandiana, Eucalyptus distuberosa, Eucalyptus frenchiana, Eucalyptus sweedmaniana, Eucalyptus vittata, Eucalyptus ornans, Eucalyptus forresterae, Eucalyptus abdita, Eucalyptus absita, Eucalyptus acaciiformis,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-72389: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
Henry Deane (1847-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Deane' in the authors string.