Description
Eucalyptus smithii (also called Smith's Stringybark, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has a single trunk and a dense, spreading crown. Its bark is rough and grey-brown in color. It is found in a variety of habitats, including dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eucalyptus smithii is used for timber, firewood, and essential oils. It is also used as a source of food for koalas, and its leaves are used in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eucalyptus smithii is a white, cream or yellow color. The seed is a small, brown, woody capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, rounded, green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eucalyptus smithii is a medium-sized tree, typically growing to a height of 15–25 m (49–82 ft). It has smooth, white to grey bark, lance-shaped to curved adult leaves, flower buds in groups of seven, white flowers and conical to hemispherical fruit. It is native to south-eastern Australia, from the Blue Mountains in New South Wales to Victoria, and is widely cultivated as an ornamental tree and for timber production.
Where to Find Eucalyptus smithii
Eucalyptus smithii is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.