Gungurru, Caesia
Eucalyptus caesia
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A weeping tree. The branches hang down. It grows 4-10 m high and spreads 2.5-8 m across. The bark is reddish-brown and peels off in red layers revealing a powdery white stem. The stems, buds and capsules have a white powdery appearance. The leaves are grey and hang down. The flowers are pink. They hang in clusters. The flowers are 5 cm across. The fruit is urn shaped and 5 cm long.
There are at least 622 Eucalyptus species mostly originally in Australia.
Where it is found
It grows naturally in the southern wheat belt in Western Australia. It grows in temperate places but can grow in the subtropics. It suits semiarid locations. It needs well drained soil. It can grow in full sun or light shade. It can stand light frosts. It suits hardiness zones 9-11.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Bark of roots
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Silver princess