Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
steedmanii
ID:
956598

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Gardner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 19: 87 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955936

Common Names

  • Steedman's Eucalyptus
  • Steedman's Gum
  • Steedman's Mallee

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Description

Eucalyptus steedmanii (also called Steedman's Mallee, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree with a smooth, white bark. It is native to Australia, where it is found in open forests and woodlands. It prefers well-drained soils in areas with a temperate climate.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus steedmanii 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 steedmanii is a creamy white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus steedmanii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, moist medium and kept at a temperature of around 20°C. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Eucalyptus steedmanii

Eucalyptus steedmanii is native to Australia and can be found in the states of South Australia and Western 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-73936: Based on the initial data import
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.