Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
whitei
ID:
956818

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales 59: 172 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000956156

Common Names

  • Whitei Eucalyptus
  • Whitei Mallee
  • Whitei Gum

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Description

Eucalyptus whitei (also called White's Gum, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 15m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in open forests and woodlands. Its bark is smooth and grey-white in colour, and its leaves are lance-shaped and glossy green in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus whitei is a species of tree that is often used for landscaping and as a windbreak. It has a dense canopy and is a hardy species that can tolerate drought and frost. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has a pleasant flavor and is often used in aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eucalyptus whitei are white and have a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are grey-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus whitei is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a propagating mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Eucalyptus whitei

Eucalyptus whitei 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-74144: 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.