Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
forresterae
ID:
923433

Status:
valid

Authors:
Molyneux & Rule

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 29: 201 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922768

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus Forresterae
  • Forrester's Gum
  • Forrester's Eucalyptus

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Description

Eucalyptus forresterae (also called Forrester's Eucalyptus, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves with a glossy texture and a thick, woody stem. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus forresterae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eucalyptus forresterae has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus forresterae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Eucalyptus forresterae

Eucalyptus forresterae can be found in tropical regions of 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-468410: Based on the initial data import
Bill Molyneux (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molyneux' in the authors string.
Kevin James Rule (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rule' in the authors string.