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Lophostemon suaveolens

Botanical Name
Lophostemon suaveolens
Common Names
Swamp Box, Swamp Mahogany, Swamp Turpentine,
A fast growing Australian native tree that is used as a shade tree on farms and large properties. Prefers moist/wet soil and tropic to sub-tropic conditions, heavy pollution and also relatively resistant to most pest and diseases. Dull green foliage and small white-cream flowers appear in Spring and Summer. Grows approx. 10-25m tall.
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Lophostemon suaveolens Swamp Box, Swamp Mahogany, Swamp Turpentine,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Broad Domed, Oval, Rounded

Description:
A fast growing Australian native tree that is used as a shade tree on farms and large properties. Prefers moist/wet soil and tropic to sub-tropic conditions, heavy pollution and also relatively resistant to most pest and diseases. Dull green foliage and small white-cream flowers appear in Spring and Summer. Grows approx. 10-25m tall.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m >10m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any