River Red Gum
Eucalyptus camaldulensis
Family Myrtaceae
Iconic Australian watercourse eucalypt
About
A large, long-lived eucalypt that lines watercourses across South Australia, usually growing to about 20m but capable of reaching 45m. Almost always found along rivers, creeks and floodplains rather than away from water.
How to spot it
Smooth white or cream bark with patches of yellow, pink or brown, rough bark slabs near the base, dull greyish-green lance-shaped leaves 50-300mm long, and white flowers in groups of 7-9. Look for it lining creek lines and gorge floors.
Documented on these trails
Found in
- Onkaparinga River NP
- Mount Remarkable NP
- Belair NP
- Cox Scrub Conservation Park — Adelaide, the Hills & Fleurieu Peninsula hikes
Source: Eucalyptus camaldulensis — Wikipedia
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