Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
virginea
ID:
795474

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hopper & Ward.-Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 15: 229 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794807

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus virginea
  • Virgin Eucalyptus
  • Virgin Gum Tree

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Description

Eucalyptus virginea (also called Virgin Eucalyptus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is a small to medium-sized tree with a stemless, grass-like habit. It is native to Australia, where it is found in dry, open woodlands. It grows in dry, open areas, such as along roadsides and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus virginea is used as an antiseptic, expectorant, and to treat coughs, colds, and sore throats. It is also used as a flavoring agent in foods and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eucalyptus virginea has white flowers, small, globose, and dark brown seeds. The seedlings are slender with lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus virginea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the branches in spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Eucalyptus virginea

Eucalyptus virginea is native to Australia.

Eucalyptus virginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eucalyptus virginea?

Eucalyptus virginea

What is the common name of Eucalyptus virginea?

Virgin stringybark

What is the natural habitat of Eucalyptus virginea?

It is found in wet sclerophyll forests

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-333354: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.
G. Wardell-Johnson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ward.-Johnson' in the authors string.