Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3: 96 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954510
Common Names
- Bigalerita Eucalyptus
- Bigalerita Ironbark
- Bigalerita Stringybark
Description
Eucalyptus bigalerita (also called Twin-leaved Gum, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree of the Myrtaceae family. It is native to Australia, where it is found in the south-eastern parts of the country. It is typically found in open woodlands and along watercourses.
Uses & Benefits
Eucalyptus bigalerita is used as an ornamental tree, for its essential oils, and as a timber tree. Its essential oils can be used in aromatherapy, and its timber is used for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eucalyptus bigalerita is a white or cream-colored cup-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, hard, woody capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single, thin stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eucalyptus bigalerita can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Eucalyptus bigalerita
Eucalyptus bigalerita is native to Western Australia and can be found in sandy soils in heathlands and woodlands.
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,