Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
laeliae
ID:
955852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podger & Chippend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 51: 65 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955190

Common Names

  • Laelia's Eucalyptus
  • Eucalyptus Laeliae
  • Laelia Eucalyptus

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Description

Eucalyptus laeliae (also called Lael'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 laeliae 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 flowers of Eucalyptus laeliae are white, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus laeliae is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Australia and can be found in a variety of habitats, including rainforest, dry sclerophyll forest, and coastal heath. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The seed should be sown in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Eucalyptus laeliae

Eucalyptus laeliae 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-73191: Based on the initial data import
George McCartney Chippendale (1921-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chippend.' in the authors string.
Francis Denis Podger (1933-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podger' in the authors string.