Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
latisinensis
ID:
955878

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.D.Hill

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Telopea 8: 244 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955216

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus Latisinensis
  • Latis Ironbark
  • Latis Stringybark

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Description

Eucalyptus latisinensis (also called Narrow-leaved Peppermint, among many other common names) is a medium-sized to tall tree, growing up to 40 meters tall. It is native to the east coast of Australia, from Victoria to Queensland, and is found in wet sclerophyll forests, and in rainforest margins. It has a smooth, white to grey bark, and its leaves are a glossy green, lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus latisinensis is an ornamental tree, often used in landscaping. It is also used for timber, firewood, and as a windbreak. The leaves of this species are used to make tea, and the bark is used to make a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eucalyptus latisinensis 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 latisinensis 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 latisinensis

Eucalyptus latisinensis is native to Australia and can be found in the south-eastern part of the country.

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-73217: Based on the initial data import
Ken Hill (1948-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.D.Hill' in the authors string.