Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
gunnii
ID:
955717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 3: 499 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955055

Common Names

  • Gunn's Gum
  • Gunn's Ironbark
  • Gunn's Red Gum

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Description

Eucalyptus gunnii (also called Cider Gum, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree with a smooth, white to grey-brown bark. It is native to Tasmania, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus gunnii is used for timber, for essential oils, and as a source of nectar for bees. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eucalyptus gunnii sub. divaricata (McAulay & Brett) B.M.Potts
Eucalyptus gunnii sub. gunnii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eucalyptus gunnii has white flowers with a yellow center and a strong, sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and brown and the seedlings are long and thin with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus gunnii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 m in height. It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or grafting. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and treated with a rooting hormone. Grafting is best done in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Eucalyptus gunnii

Eucalyptus gunnii can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of Tasmania 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,

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