Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
conferruminata
ID:
955345

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Carr & S.G.M.Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 28: 535 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954683

Common Names

  • Conferruminata Eucalyptus
  • Conferruminata Mallee
  • Conferruminata Ironbark

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Description

Eucalyptus conferruminata (also called 'Red Ironbark' and 'Red Gum', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has a red-brown bark with a rough texture and grows to a height of up to 20 meters. It is found in open forests and woodlands in the eastern parts of Australia, and prefers well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus conferruminata is used for its timber, as a windbreak and for its essential oils. It is also used in landscaping and horticulture.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eucalyptus conferruminata sub. conferruminata
Eucalyptus conferruminata sub. recherche D.Nicolle & M.E.French

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucalyptus conferruminata is a creamy-white color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is a small, brown capsule with a woody texture. The seedlings are small, with thin, grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus conferruminata is a small to medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 10–20 m (33–66 ft). It is usually found in dry sclerophyll forest on shallow, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown on a well-drained, sandy mix at a temperature of 18–22 °C (64–72 °F). Germination usually takes place within 2–3 weeks.

Where to Find Eucalyptus conferruminata

Eucalyptus conferruminata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

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-72700: Based on the initial data import
Dennis John Carr (1915-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Carr' in the authors string.
Maisie Carr (1912-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.G.M.Carr' in the authors string.