Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
decolor
ID:
955453

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Bean & Brooker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 41 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954791

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus decolor
  • Red-flowered Eucalyptus
  • Pink-flowered Eucalyptus

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Description

Eucalyptus decolor (also called White-leaved Gum, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has a smooth, white-grey bark and lanceolate leaves. It grows in open forests and woodlands in temperate and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus decolor is used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes, cosmetics, and aromatherapy. The leaves are also used to make tea. It is also used as a timber tree and for honey production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucalyptus decolor 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 decolor is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Australia. It grows to a height of up to 20m and has a dense, rounded crown. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a sandy soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, well-lit location until roots form.

Where to Find Eucalyptus decolor

Eucalyptus decolor 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-72804: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.
Ian Brooker (1934-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brooker' in the authors string.