Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
dielsii
ID:
955478

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Gardner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 12: 67 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954816

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus dielsii
  • Diels' Eucalyptus
  • Diels' Grey Gum

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Description

Eucalyptus dielsii (also called Red-flowered Mallee, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to Australia. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are a glossy green colour. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus dielsii is used for its essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eucalyptus dielsii are white or cream-colored, and the seed capsules contain numerous small, black seeds. The seedlings of Eucalyptus dielsii are small and have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus dielsii is a medium-sized evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 15 metres. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in seed trays or pots filled with a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and placed in a potting mix of sand and peat moss.

Where to Find Eucalyptus dielsii

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

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-72828: Based on the initial data import
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.