Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
ammophila
ID:
955047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brooker & Slee

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 265 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954385

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus Ammophila
  • Sand-Loving Eucalyptus
  • Sand-Loving Gum Tree

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Description

Eucalyptus ammophila (also called Sandplain Gum, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree with a single trunk and a spreading crown. It is native to eastern Australia, from the Blue Mountains in New South Wales to the Blackall Range in Queensland. It grows in dry sclerophyll forest, often in shallow soils on rocky ridges and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus ammophila is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, coughs, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks, and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eucalyptus ammophila has white flowers that are usually seen in clusters of three. The seeds are small and brown and are held in a woody capsule. Seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus ammophila is an evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 15 metres. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Eucalyptus ammophila

Eucalyptus ammophila 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-72412: Based on the initial data import
Ian Brooker (1934-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brooker' in the authors string.
Andrew Vernon Slee (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Slee' in the authors string.