Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
caliginosa
ID:
955241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blakely & McKie

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Key Eucalypts : 181 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954579

Common Names

  • Caliginosa Eucalyptus
  • Caliginosa Gum
  • Caliginosa Ironbark

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Description

Eucalyptus caliginosa (also called Grey Box, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It is native to Australia, where it is found in New South Wales and Victoria. It prefers open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus caliginosa is used for its timber, as an ornamental tree, and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucalyptus caliginosa is a white to cream color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small, oval-shaped and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a rounded crown.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus caliginosa is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and placed in a well-drained medium and kept moist.

Where to Find Eucalyptus caliginosa

Eucalyptus caliginosa is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South 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-72599: Based on the initial data import
William Blakely (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blakely' in the authors string.
Ernest Norman McKie (1882-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McKie' in the authors string.