Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
neglecta
ID:
956077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 21: 114 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955415

Common Names

  • Neglecta Eucalyptus
  • Neglecta Gum
  • Neglecta Ironbark

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Description

Eucalyptus neglecta (also called Neglected Gum, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree with a spreading crown and smooth bark. It is native to Australia and is found in wet sclerophyll forests and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus neglecta is used for its wood, which is used for construction, furniture, and paper production. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves can be used as a tea for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eucalyptus neglecta are white and have a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus neglecta is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Once the seedlings have germinated, they should be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Eucalyptus neglecta

Eucalyptus neglecta is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

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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