Eucalyptus baueriana

Blue box

Tree with rough, fibrous or flaky bark on the trunk and branches, egg shaped adult leaves, oval shaped flower buds arranged in groups of seven, white flowers and conical fruit

  • Cultural knowledge: Wood: Food, medicines, containers, string and tools​
  • Ecological role: Bird habitat and food, food for caterpillars and nectar for butterflies
  • Height: 20m
  • Width: 12m
  • Sun: Full sun, semi shade
  • Soil type: Well drained clay loam and alluvial soils
  • Flowering time: September-December