Eucalyptus botryoides - Bangalay, Southern Mahogany

Eucalyptus botryoides

Bangalay, Southern mahogany

Description: This large species is found on deep, poor sandy soils in New South Wales and Victoria. It occurs from Newcastle, south to eastern Victoria. The bark is fibrous to flaky, brown to gray-brown in color on the main trunk and branches. Smaller branches are smooth, white or gray-white in color. The best outstanding feature of this species is its ability to withstand occasional flooding or water-logged, wet soils. The flowers are white and occur in groups of 7 or 11. Suitable for moderate saline sites (ECe 400-800 mS/m. Excellent timber tree.

Culture: Tolerant of saline soils, frost and drought. Sand, loam, clay, gravels, boggy, damp, well drained, acid, neutral, alkaline 8.

Uses: Koala browse, shade tree, firewood, timber suitable for ground contact, honey production, coastal areas, salt affected area, windbreaks and wind resistant, frost tolerant.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 9, reported as "frost hardy"
Type	Large tree to 130' (40 m), lignotuber
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Moderate to fast
Placement	Sun
Soil Type	Sandy loam
Soil Moisture (minimum)	630 mm (25") per year
Native	New South Wales, Victoria
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Large tree to 130'
	Tolerates occasional flooding or water-logged soils
	Unique bark types
	Excellent timber tree
	Suitable for moderate saline sites

Problem Solving Features

	Great for moist/wet soils
	Fast growing
	Sun loving
	No fertilizer needed

Pricing - See Price List Here

* Seed germinates best if sown on the surface of the media. Germination 2-3 weeks at 70-75 degrees F. No pre-treatment needed. 214-300 seeds per gram.

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