Finke River Mallee, River Mallee
Eucalyptus sessilis
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 2-4 m high. It spreads 2-5 m wide. The bark is flaky lower down but smooth higher up. The leaves are thick. The buds are ribbed. The flowers are cream. The capsules occur in bunches and are ribbed.
There are at least 500 Eucalyptus species mostly originally in Australia.
Where it is found
It grows in warm temperate regions and arid or semiarid locations. It needs well drained soil. It needs full sun. It can stand heavy frosts.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds, grub