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Corymbia maculata

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Botanical Name: Common Names:

Corymbia maculata syn Eucalyptus maculata, Spotted Gum,

Native: Foliage Type:

Yes Evergreen

Plant Type: Plant Habit:

Trees Open Canopy, Oval, Upright

Description:

A large native tree that is used widely thought-out Australia in parks and large gardens, avenue plantings and where room is not an issue. Grown for its spotted trunk and its adaptability to a range of soils. Previously known as Eucalyptus maculata. Grows to approx. 30m H x 10m W.

Mature Height: Mature Width:

>25m 4-10m

Position: Soil Type:

Full Sun Any

Landscape Use(s)

Bird Attracting, Feature, Habitat, Low Water Garden, Park And Gardens, Native Garden, Shade Tree

Pests & Diseases: Aphids, Leaf Miner, Powdery Mildew, Rust

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care

Keep moist during dry periods, Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser, Mulch well

Family Name: Origin:

Myrtaceae Australia

Characteristics

Foliage Colour: Green

Flower Colour: Cream

Flower Fragrant: No

Flowering Season: Spring, Summer

Fruit: No

Requirements Tolerances

Growth Rate: Fast

Maintenance Level: Medium

Water Usage: Low

Drought: High

Frost: Moderate

Wind: High

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