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Keywords: Myrtaceae | Eucalyptus macrocarpa Hook. | Western Australian Botanic Garden
I'm on vacation, so only a short written accompaniment today. – Daniel
Guest-blogging today is Eric La Fountaine – Daniel.
I was quite captivated by these Eucalyptus macrocarpa, while visiting Western Australian Botanic Garden in Kings Park in Perth. The fabulous red flowers are the largest of any eucalyptus - up to 100 mm in diameter. The “gumnuts” that follow are equally large, hence macrocarpa (large fruit).
Native to Western Australia, the species prefers a dry environment. It can grow in subtropical areas but is not reliably hardy. The striking silver-grey leaves are as attractive as the flowers and a furry coat helps them hold moisture. The form of the plant can be somewhat awkward, but it responds well to pruning.
Posted by Daniel Mosquin at March 29, 2006 12:00 AM
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Posted by: Beverley at March 29, 2006 6:00 AM
I consider myself lucky that I happened to see the photo of E.macrocarpa out of the corner of my eye today (on web). I surely appreciate these excellent photographs. A.m.a.z.i.n.g. nature. Thanks.
Posted by: Pam at March 29, 2006 10:04 AM
Hi there, I live in central Victoria and have successfully grown a eucalyptus macrocarpa at our Block loves the dry arid conditions and has produced lots of beautiful flowers everyone who has seen them is amazed at the size of them. We are growing several different eucalypts and find them such a joy to see and the birdlife that is attracted to them is amazing.
Posted by: Elizabeth Murfitt at January 18, 2008 4:15 PM
That looks like a large version of the Ohia tree we have here in Hawaii.
Posted by: Travis at January 28, 2008 9:44 PM
this is just an amazing photo, with an equally amazing subject. thank you so much for sharing it with everyone. i would love to have one of these in my garden!!!
Posted by: Linda Pomerenke at February 15, 2008 3:51 PM
I have just bought this plant from Kuranga Native Nursery. It's 8 inches tall. When will I have the first blossom?
Posted by: Heath at February 21, 2008 3:12 AM
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Eucalyptus macrocarpa - Z8 - RHS Index of Garden Plants, Griffiths