Eucalyptus ovata var. ovata|Swamp Gum
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Fast growing upright tree, often low branching. Canopy open. Bark rough over lower part of trunk or smooth from the base, shedding from upper trunk and branches.
- Size (W x H)
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8-20m x 8-30m
- Leaves
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Young leaves dull, elliptic to 15cm x 8.5cm. Adult - glossy, egg-shaped, wavy edges, to 15cm x 30-50mm
- Flowers
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Clusters of 7 diamond-shaped buds. Fruit funnel-shaped with flat top, 3-4 valves not exserted.
- Flower colour
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White
- Flower time
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variable, March to November
- Growing conditions
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Poorly drained infertile and clay soils which may dry out in summer. Frost resistant. Full sun, semi shade.
- Commonly used for
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Windbreak or light shade tree for swampy areas and creek banks. Koala food plant.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Attracts birds
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- Attracts butterflies
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- Photo gallery
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- Acknowledgement
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Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
