Eucalyptus ovata

Swamp Gum

Small to medium sized tree. Has mostly smooth bark, glossy green, lance shaped to egg shaped adult leaves, green flower buds in groups of seven, white flowers and conical to bell shaped fruit.

  • Cultural knowledge: Wood: Food, medicines, containers, string and tools​
  • Ecological role: Bird habitat and food, food for caterpillars and nectar for butterflies​
  • Height: 17-30m
  • Width: 15m
  • Sun: Full sun, semi shade
  • Soil type: Low, temporarily or permanently damp sites
  • Flowering time: June-November