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Corymbia gummifera

Red Bloodwood

Myrtaceae

Description:

An attractive, fast-growing tree over 15 m tall with thick dark green leaves up to 19 cm. Produces prolific cream flowers in summer and capsule-shaped fruits up to 10 mm. Features flaky or chunky red-brown bark.

Special Features:

  • Tolerates frost and drought

  • Attracts bees and birds

  • Long-lived, over 100 years

  • Attracts cockatoos and glider possums

Natural Habitat:

Dry Eucalypt Forest

Tree/Shrub Height:

Tree to 20m

Aspect:

Full Sun

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable, Well-drained

Flower Colour:

N/A

Corymbia gummifera - Red Bloodwood

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