Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
pruiniramis
ID:
956358

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson & K.D.Hill

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Telopea 4: 563 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955696

Common Names

  • Hoary Ironbark
  • Hoary Stringybark
  • Hoary Yate

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Description

Eucalyptus pruiniramis (also called Grey Gum, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 m tall and has a smooth, white bark. It is native to south-east Australia and is found in wet sclerophyll forests and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus pruiniramis is used for its fragrant oil, which is used in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics. The leaves are also used as a tea to treat colds and sore throats. The wood is used for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eucalyptus pruiniramis are white to cream in colour and have a bell-shaped form. The seed pods are woody, oblong-shaped capsules that contain numerous small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single, rounded leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus pruiniramis is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 metres in height. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of climatic conditions. Propagation is usually from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sunny position. The seed should be sown in a seed raising mix and lightly covered with soil. Germination usually occurs within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Eucalyptus pruiniramis

Eucalyptus pruiniramis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-73707: Based on the initial data import
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Ken Hill (1948-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.D.Hill' in the authors string.