Bimble Box, Poplar Box
Eucalyptus populnea

Family: Myrtaceae

What it is like

A medium to large tree. It grows 10-20 m high. It spreads 5-12 m wide. The bark is grey and flaky. It has a single trunk and a spreading crown. The leaves are dense and glossy. The adult leaves are egg-shaped or broadly sword shaped. They have a short point. The leaves are 5-10 cm long by 2.7-5 cm wide. The flowers are white or cream and occur in bundles or 7-15. They are 0.8 cm across. The fruit is a capsule 2-4 mm wide.

There are at least 500 Eucalyptus species mostly originally in Australia.

Where it is found

It grows in warm temperate and semiarid regions. It needs well drained soil. It can grow in full sun or light shade. It can stand heavy frosts. It suits hardiness zones 9-11.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

For water.

Edible parts

Sap

How it is grown

Plants are grown from seed. Plants sucker easily. These can be transplanted or root cuttings used.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Eucalyptus populifolia;