Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brooker) D.Nicolle & M.E.French
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Swainsona 33(2): 9. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032270
Common Names
- Eucalyptus virella
- Virella Gum
- Virella Eucalyptus
Description
Eucalyptus virella (also called White Peppermint, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 30 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open forests and woodlands. It prefers moist soils and is tolerant of seasonal flooding.
Uses & Benefits
Eucalyptus virella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for making essential oils, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin infections. It is also used for making jams, jellies and other food products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eucalyptus virella is a creamy white color and has a sweet scent. The seed is a small, hard, woody capsule containing a single seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eucalyptus virella can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Eucalyptus virella
Eucalyptus virella is native to the western United States and can be found in areas of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.
Eucalyptus virella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eucalyptus virella?
Eucalyptus virella
What are the common names of Eucalyptus virella?
White-flowered mallee, White mallee
What is the natural habitat of Eucalyptus virella?
Southwestern 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,