Pink Bloodwood
Corymbia intermedia

Family: Myrtaceae

What it is like

A medium to tall tree. It grows 15-30 m high. It spreads 10-20 m wide. The bark is grey-brown and cracked into squares. The leaves are sword shaped and glossy. The juvenile leaves are 4-18 cm long by 2-6 cm wide. The adult leaves are 8-15 cm long by 2-3 cm wide. The flowers are cream and occur in masses.

There are a 110 Corymbia species mostly originally in Australia.

Where it is found

It grows in warm temperate regions. It can grow in the tropics and subtropics. In tropical Queensland it grows from sea level to 1100 m altitude. It needs well drained soil. It can grow in full sun or light shade.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

The nectar can be sucked from the flowers. It can also be mixed with water to make a drink.

Edible parts

Nectar

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Eucalyptus intermedia R. Baker;