Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
normantonensis
ID:
956094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Cambage

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales 52: 489 (1918 publ. 1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955432

Common Names

  • Normanton Eucalyptus
  • Normanton Gum
  • Normanton Ironbark

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Description

Eucalyptus normantonensis (also called Normanton Mallee, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 meters tall. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia, and is found in open woodlands and mallee shrublands. It has a smooth, grey to brown bark, and its leaves are a glossy green, lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus normantonensis is used as an ornamental tree in gardens, parks, and other landscaping projects. It is also used for timber and firewood, and its leaves are used for essential oils. The bark can be used for tanning leather and the leaves can be used for tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eucalyptus normantonensis 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 normantonensis is a fast-growing species that can reach up to 20m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seed should be kept moist until germination occurs, which usually takes around two weeks. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Eucalyptus normantonensis

Eucalyptus normantonensis is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

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-73439: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
Richard Hind Cambage (1859-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cambage' in the authors string.