.jpg){kind=link}
Eucalyptus leucoxylon ssp.connata
(Yellow Gum)
| Planting Group or Form | Medium Tree |
|---|---|
| Height | 8 - 10m |
| Width | 6 - 8m |
| Aspect | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Well drained soils |
| Flower | Cream/yellow/pink May - Sept |
| Attracts | Native birds and bees |
Medium upright to oval tree with an open canopy, lanceolate foliage and flowers from winter to spring. Rough bark at base giving way to smooth yellow bark above.
A great shade tree suitable for streetscapes, parks or gardens. The large volume of flowers attracts native birds and bees. Produces a high-quality honey.
Indigenous name: TARRK (Dja Dja Wurrung)
Oil from leaves used to treat colds and chest complaints. Nectar was collected from the flowers.