Eucalyptus obliqua - Messmate stringybark, Messmate, Stringybark

Eucalyptus obliqua

Messmate Stringybark, Messmate

Subgenus EUCALYPTUS

Description: This species does best in cooler areas with adequate moisture. The bark is rough, fibrous and stringy, gray to red-brown in color. Leaves are glossy green with a sharp pointed end. An important Australian hardwood used in construction. Drought and shade tolerant, a straight trunk tree.

Uses: Koala browse, ornamental plantings, shade, sawmill timber, honey production, perfumed flowers, frost resistant, wind resistant, pulpwood.

Climate Data: Favors cool, sub-humid to humid climate. Heat index, hot: 84 degrees F, cold: 17 degrees F. Rainfall 500-2400 mm (20-96 inches), altitude near seal level to 1200 m.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 8
Type	Large tree to 275' (90 m)
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Fast
Placement	Sun
Soil Type	Loam
Soil Moisture (minimum)	500 mm 20" per year
Native	South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, New South Wales, Queensland
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Very large tree to 275'
	Drought and shade tolerant
	Glossy green leaves
	Attractive bark

Problem Solving Features

	Shade tolerant
	Drought tolerant
	Low maintenance
	Fast growing
	No fertilizer needed
	Loves moisture

Pricing - See Price List Here

*Seed germinates easily with normal methods. Approximately 27 days for total germination. Typical germination rate 57 per gram. Cold treat 28 days.

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