Eucalyptus incerata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incerata
ID:
337179
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brooker & Hopper
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 14: 347 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336511
Common Names
- Eucalyptus incerata
- Incerata Eucalyptus
- Incerata Eucalyptus Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eucalyptus incerata (also called Incerata Eucalyptus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a small tree with white flowers and is native to Western Australia. It typically grows in open woodlands and heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Eucalyptus incerata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eucalyptus incerata has white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings have a single, round, green leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eucalyptus incerata is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 meters. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, but prefers well-drained soils and a temperate climate. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in a seed tray in a well-drained potting mix. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Once established, Eucalyptus incerata is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Eucalyptus incerata
Eucalyptus incerata can be found in the rainforests of Australia.
Eucalyptus incerata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eucalyptus incerata?
Eucalyptus incerata
What is the common name of Eucalyptus incerata?
Incerata
Where does Eucalyptus incerata grow?
It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
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-216873: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.
Ian Brooker (1934-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brooker' in the authors string.