Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
fastigata
ID:
955581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deane & Maiden

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 21: 809 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954919

Common Names

  • Fastigata Eucalyptus
  • Eucalyptus fastigata
  • Fastigata Mallee

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Description

Eucalyptus fastigata (also called Narrow-leaved Ironbark, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It has rough, grey bark and lance-shaped leaves that are about 10 cm long and 2 cm wide. It is native to Western Australia, and grows in a variety of habitats, including sand plains, sand dunes, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus fastigata is used as a windbreak, shade tree, and for its timber. It is also used in landscaping and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eucalyptus fastigata flowers are white or cream-colored and have a bell-shaped form. The seed capsules are woody and contain numerous small seeds. Seedlings are usually found in the leaf litter beneath the parent tree.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus fastigata is a medium-sized evergreen tree, typically reaching heights of up to 15m. It is widely cultivated for its timber, which is used for a variety of applications, including construction, furniture making, and firewood. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Germination typically takes between two and four weeks. Once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny position.

Where to Find Eucalyptus fastigata

Eucalyptus fastigata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales 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,

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