Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
subcrenulata
ID:
956633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Crit. Revis. Eucalyptus 7: 59 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000955971

Common Names

  • Subcrenulata Eucalyptus
  • Subcrenulata Gum
  • Subcrenulata Mallee

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Description

Eucalyptus subcrenulata (also called Red-leaved mallee, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree with a single trunk and a dense crown of red-green foliage. It is native to Western Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, scrublands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus subcrenulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucalyptus subcrenulata is a small white or cream-coloured flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black seed that is encased in a woody capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus subcrenulata 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 subcrenulata

Eucalyptus subcrenulata is native to Australia, and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

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-73973: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
William Blakely (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blakely' in the authors string.