Eucalyptus crucis

Eucalyptus crucis ssp crucis

Southern Cross Mallee

Silver Mallee

SUBGENUS
    SYMPHYOMYRTUS
        Section Bisectae
           Series Curviptera
                Subseries Orbifoliae

Description: This species has a unique bark trait called "minni-ritchie" which is a rich, coppery red bark on the lower trunk. Smaller branches, buds and stems offer a powdery white bark. It is a small tree to about 21' (7 m) with rounded leaves of silvery-blue foliage shaped somewhat like a heart. Creamy yellow flowers appear in groups of 7 and the species has attractive gum-nuts. It prefers well-drained soils in a dry to moderate, temperate climate.

Culture: Sun, 11" annual rainfall, acid, gravels, loam, sandy loams.

Uses: Ornamental plantings, cut flowers, foliage and fruits, frost tolerant.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 9
Type	Small mallee to 21' (7 m), lignotuber
Flower Color	White, pale yellow
Growth Rate	Moderate
Placement	Sun
Soil Type	Sandy loam
Soil Moisture (minimum)	280 mm (10.7") per year
Native	West Australia
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Small specimen to 21'
	Moderate growing
	Attractive heart-shaped leaves
	Attractive bark - both trunk and limbs

Problem Solving Features

	Light moisture requirements
	Low maintenance
	Small species for home garden landscape
	Drought resistant
	No fertilizer needed

Pricing - See Price List Here

*Seed germinates easily with normal methods. 39-50 seeds per gram, 61% germination average.

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