Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
956519

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Kirkp. & Brooker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Austral. Forest. Res. 7: 209 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955857

Common Names

  • Rocky Ironbark
  • Rocky Gum
  • Rocky Eucalyptus

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Description

Eucalyptus saxatilis (also called Rock Mallee, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree with an open, spreading crown. It is native to Western Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including sandplains, rocky hillsides, and in open woodlands. It has rough, greyish-brown bark, and its leaves are a light green colour.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus saxatilis is commonly used as a windbreak, shade tree, and for its timber. It is also used in the production of essential oils, and as a source of nectar for honey production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucalyptus saxatilis is a small white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, brown, woody capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus saxatilis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Eucalyptus saxatilis

Eucalyptus saxatilis 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-73861: Based on the initial data import
Ian Brooker (1934-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brooker' in the authors string.
James Barrie Kirkpatrick (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Kirkp.' in the authors string.