Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
sweedmaniana
ID:
913285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hopper & McQuoid

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 22: 185 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912620

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus Sweedmaniana
  • Mountain Gum
  • White Gum

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Description

Eucalyptus sweedmaniana (also called the Sweedman's Mallee, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to southwestern Australia and is found in shrublands and woodlands. It is a small to medium-sized tree with a single trunk and a spreading crown. Its bark is smooth and grey in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus sweedmaniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its essential oils which are used in aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eucalyptus sweedmaniana has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus sweedmaniana is a tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will benefit from regular watering. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Eucalyptus sweedmaniana

Eucalyptus sweedmaniana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Australia.

Eucalyptus sweedmaniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eucalyptus sweedmaniana?

Eucalyptus sweedmaniana

What is the natural habitat of Eucalyptus sweedmaniana?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

What are the uses of Eucalyptus sweedmaniana?

Used for timber, fuel, and essential oils

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-457541: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.
N.K. McQuoid: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McQuoid' in the authors string.