Scientific Name: Eucalyptus viminalis subsp. x hentyensis Endemic Having a natural distribution confined to a particular geographic region
Common Name: henty white gum
Family Classification (Clade): Eudicots
Family: Myrtaceae
Form Description: Large tree. Leaves: Variable depending on parent cross (E. viminalis, E. ovata). Bark: Variable between parent crosses (E. viminalis, E. ovata).
Height (m): 5 – 8
Flowers: Flowers are white.
Fruit: Woody capsules – but variable between parent crosses (E. viminalis, E. ovata).
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Plant Communities
Site Tolerance
Dry, Moist, Rocky, Shady, Windy
Soil Tolerance
Clay, Fertile, Loam, Nutrient-poor, Sandy, Well-drained, Poorly-drained
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
Propagation Calendar
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Seed Collecting Month
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Sowing Month
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Cutting Month
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Propagation Method
Seed Information
Seed Collection
Collect capsules and store in paper bags until valves open to release seed.
Seed Treatment Method
Standard Scatter seed thinly on to damp potting mix. Hold seed in place by covering with more potting mix to approximately the depth of the seed size.
Seed Treatment Notes
Similar to parent crosses (E. viminalis, E. ovata): Suitable for direct seeding. Otherwise 6-8 weeks to pricking out.
Germination Time
2-4 weeks