Eucalyptus uncinata - Hook-leaved mallee

Eucalyptus uncinata

Hook-leaved mallee

SUBGENUS
    SYMPHYOMYRTUS
        Section Bisectae
            Series Porantherae

Description: This small mallee has smooth bark that is gray to light brown in color. Juvenile leaves are jointed at the stem, adult leaves are lanceolate. Foliage is suitable for floral work. It occurs in West Australia.

Culture: Sun, loam or sandy loam soil, acid pH, rainfall 15" per year.

Uses: Ornamental plantings, firewood, honey production, suitable for coastal area plantings, soil stabilization.

Temperature Rating	USDA Zone 9
Type	Mallee to 4 m or usually a tree to 7 m, lignotuber
Flower Color	White
Growth Rate	Moderate
Native	West Australia
Family	Myrtaceae

Key Benefits

	Small mallee to 16', most often a tree to 21'
	Smooth bark
	White flowers

Problem Solving Features

	Species for full sun
	Low maintenance
	Low water requirements
	Excellent for smaller gardens
	Good in planters or containers
	No fertilizer needed

Pricing - See Price List Here

*Seed germinates easily with normal methods. 805 ? seeds per gram.

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