Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
kirtoniana
ID:
955836

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Eucalyptographia 1: t. 9 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955174

Common Names

  • Kirton's Eucalyptus
  • Eucalyptus Kirtoniana
  • Kirton Eucalyptus

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Description

Eucalyptus kirtoniana (also called Kirton's Mallee, among many other common names) is a small tree or mallee, growing up to 8 m in height. It is native to Australia, occurring in the south-west of Western Australia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including sandplains, low hills, and along drainage lines.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus kirtoniana is a species of tree that is native to Australia. It is often used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks, and its leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have a calming effect. The wood of this species is also used in furniture making and for firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucalyptus kirtoniana is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, brown seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus kirtoniana 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 kirtoniana

Eucalyptus kirtoniana is found in Western Australia, in the Stirling Range and in the south-west of the state.

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,