Eucalyptus fasciculosa
pink gum
South Australia and western Victoria
Overview
Eucalyptus fasciculosa is an evergreen tree growing 16-50 feet (5-15 m) tall and 13-33 feet (4-10 m) wide, with a spreading crown and often a crooked trunk on poor sites. The mostly smooth bark sheds in patches to leave a grey to fawn surface that can flush pink when freshly exposed, with rough greyish bark sometimes retained at the base. Adult leaves are lance-shaped, glossy green, and 3-6 inches (8-15 cm) long. White to cream flowers are borne in stalked clusters of about seven from summer into autumn, drawing nectar-feeding birds and insects. Woody cup-shaped capsules 0.2-0.3 inch (5-8 mm) wide follow and shed small seed. Native to South Australia and far western Victoria, it grows on shallow, low-fertility sandy and lateritic soils in open woodland. It tolerates drought, wind, and light frost but is slow on the poorest sites. The aromatic foliage contains oils that can upset the stomachs of dogs and cats if eaten.
Native Range
Native to South Australia and far western Victoria, where it grows in open woodland and forest on shallow, low-fertility sandy and lateritic soils, often on hills and ridges.Suggested Uses
Planted as a shade and habitat tree in large gardens, rural blocks, and revegetation on shallow soils. Its nectar and hollows support birds, insects, and other wildlife.How to Identify
Appearance
Size & Dimensions
Height16' - 50'
Width/Spread13' - 33'
Bloom Information
Detailed Descriptions
Flower Description
white to creamFoliage Description
glossy greenGrowing Conditions
Sun Requirements
Requires 6-12 hours of direct sunlight daily
• Full Sun: 6+ hours of direct sunlight
• Partial Shade: 3-6 hours of direct sunlight
• Full Shade: Less than 3 hours of direct sunlight