Status:
valid
Authors:
Fitzg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
J. Western Australia Nat. Hist. Soc. 1: 20 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955953
Common Names
- Striaticalyx Eucalyptus
- Striaticalyx Gum
- Striaticalyx Mallee
Description
Eucalyptus striaticalyx (also called Striated 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 striaticalyx is used as a source of timber, firewood, and for its essential oils. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Eucalyptus striaticalyx sub. striaticalyx
Eucalyptus striaticalyx sub. delicata D.Nicolle & P.J.Lang
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eucalyptus striaticalyx 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eucalyptus striaticalyx is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 15m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a seed tray filled with a well-draining potting mix and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny position until they are large enough to be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Eucalyptus striaticalyx
Eucalyptus striaticalyx is native to Australia and can be found in Queensland and New South Wales.
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,