Eucalyptus acaciiformis - Wattle leaved peppermint

Eucalyptus acaciiformis

Wattle-leaved peppermint

Description: The bark is fibrous, gray-green in color. Juvenile leaves are alternating, gray-green in color. Adult leaves are alternating, shaped like a lance. It is found native in New South Wales in shallow soils on slopes and ridges, usually in high, wet granite areas. The woodland soil is sandy, of medium fertility over a granite base. It is similar to E. nicholii, but has elliptic juvenile leaves and broader adult leaves. This species performs well as an windbreak. Fragrant leaves, essential oils, suitable for windbreaks.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 9
Type	Small to medium tree to 60' (20 m), lignotuber
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Moderate
Soil	Acid, loam, sandy loam
Placement	Sun
Culture	Low to moderate moisture
Native	New South Wales
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Medium tree to 60'
	Cream flower color
	Foliage similar to E. nicholii

Problem Solving Features

	Does well in poor soils
	Low nutrient needs
	Low maintenance
	Suitable for windbreaks

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* Seed germinates best if sown on the surface of the media. Germination 2-3 weeks at 70-75 degrees F. No pre-treatment needed.

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