Botanical Name: Common Names:
Eucalyptus obliqua Australian Oak, Brown Top, Brown Top Stringybark, Gum,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Open Canopy, Upright
Description:
A large fast growing Australian native tree that flourishes in wet and heavy soils. This tree can differ in height depending on the availability of water and soil conditions. White flowers appear during Summer attracting native birds and bees to the nectar. Thick stringy brown bark.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m 4-10m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Clay, Loam
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Coastal Garden, Park And Gardens, Native Garden, Shade Tree
Pests & Diseases: Caterpillars, Generally trouble free, Leaf Miner, Thrips
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser
Family Name: Origin:
Myrtaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: White
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: High
Drought: Low
Frost: Moderate
Wind: High
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