Yellow mallee, Ridge-fruited Mallee, Lerp Mallee, Mallee Box
Eucalyptus incrassata
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A small to medium tree. It grows 3-7 m high. It spreads 4.5-6 m wide. The bark is smooth and peels off. The leaves are thick and sword shaped. The flowers are pale yellow.
There are at least 500 Eucalyptus species mostly originally in Australia.
Where it is found
It grows in warm temperate regions. It can grow in the subtropics. It suits semiarid locations. It needs well drained soils. They can be dry. It can grow in full sun or light shade. It can stand heavy frosts.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Lerp