Corymbia papuana
Ghost gum
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Corymbia papuana Ghost gum |
Description: One of the species found in Papua New Guinea, New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. It is often found along watercourses over much of northern inland Australia and Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea. A single trunk tree with a broad crown. The common name comes from the smooth, pale, chalky bark. Prefers well drained soil in frost free climate, very drought tolerant.
| Temperature Rating | USDA Zone 10 |
| Type | Single trunk specimen to 45' (15 m) |
| Flower Color | Cream |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Placement | Sun |
| Culture | Low to moderate moisture |
| Native | Australia, Papua New Guinea |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
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