Eucalyptus cypellocarpa|Mountain Grey Gum

Cardinia indigenous plant guide

Description

Upright tree with dense canopy and smooth grey-white bark shedding in strips. Thin rough bark at the base.

Size (W x H)

25-65m x 15-30m

Leaves

Glossy thick dark green leaves go through 3 phases: juvenile - broad, stalkless to 17cm, intermediate - very long to 35cm, adult - narrower to 20cm x 25mm.

Flowers

Clusters of 7-flowered cylindrical buds on short flattened stalks. Goblet-shaped fruit with 3 valves at or below the rim.

Flower colour

White

Flower time

December to July

Growing conditions

Prefers deep moist soil in gullies and on slopes. Light frosts. Full sun, semi shade.

Commonly used for

Shade tree for large gardens and parklands. Trees can shed small branches. Honey production.

Available at indigenous nursery

Attracts birds

Attracts butterflies

Photo gallery

Acknowledgement

Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory