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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, requires light for germination

Native to: Australia, New South Wales, Queensland

Introduced to: China, India, Portugal, South Africa, United States

Native

Introduced

Eucalyptus robustaEucalyptus robusta

Swamp Mahogany, Swampmahogany

In Stock: 1.304 lb (Total:1.304lb)

Eucalyptus robusta

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Details

Germination:

40%

Germination test:

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Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

3,430,000

Quantity:

1.3 lb

Collected in:

India

Crop year:

2021

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1831235

Characteristics

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Reunion

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, requires light for germination

Native to: Australia, New South Wales, Queensland

Introduced to: China, India, Portugal, South Africa, United States

Native

Introduced

Discover the enchanting Eucalyptus robusta, commonly known as Swamp Mahogany, a remarkable tree native to southeastern Australia. This resilient species is easily recognized by its thick, spongy, and rugged reddish-brown bark, which exfoliates in long strips, and its broad, dark green leaves that create a lush, dense canopy. Its beautiful, creamy white flowers blossom throughout fall and winter, providing an essential food source for insects during the cooler months.

Swamp Mahogany thrives in swampy or waterlogged soils, making it ideal for riparian landscaping and erosion control. Notably long-lived, this tree can endure for over 200 years, demonstrating excellent drought tolerance suited for xeriscaping and coastal plantings. It has found horticultural success in tropical, subtropical, and warm-temperate climates across the globe, including the United States, where it's commonly referred to as robusta eucalyptus. Its robust timber is highly valued for firewood, construction, and more.

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Eucalyptus robusta carries cultural and medicinal significance, with leaves traditionally used to treat various ailments. As a testament to its resilience, this tree adapts well to cultivation, with rapid growth rates making it an exceptional choice for street trees and public green spaces. Despite its impressive stature, it remains a crucial habitat and food source for wildlife, including koalas in its native range. Its conservation status is near threatened, highlighting the importance of sustainable cultivation and urban planning to preserve its valuable contributions to nature and society.