Consulta Plantas

Care of the tree Eucalyptus diversifolia or Soap mallee

The genus Eucalyptus, family Myrtaceae, comprises about 700 species of trees and shrubs native to Australia and New Guinea. Some species are: Eucalyptus diversifolia, Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus kruseana, Eucalyptus oleosa, Eucalyptus caesia, Eucalyptus torelliana, Eucalyptus socialis, Eucalyptus torquata, Eucalyptus gracilis, Eucalyptus leucoxylon, Eucalyptus erythrocorys.

Common names: Soap mallee, Coast gum, Coastal white mallee, South Australian coastal mallee. This species is native to the southern coast of Australia.

They are evergreen trees with reddish pendulous branches that reach 8 meters (26.24 feet) in height. The oblong or lanceolate leaves are bluish-green. They produce abundant scented cream-colored flowers. They bloom in spring. The pyramid-shaped fruits are up to 1.5 cm (5.9") in diameter.

Soap mallee is used as isolated specimens, to fix earrings and in small groups. It's ideal for Mediterranean coastal gardens.

Eucalyptus diversifolia needs full sun exposure and a warm, dry climate. It resists light and occasional frosts.

Coast gum grows in any type of well-drained soil whether sandy, clayey or alkaline.

South Australian coastal mallee is a drought resistant plant that needs moderate watering waiting for the substrate to dry out.

Eucalyptus diversifolia does not need fertilizer.

Prune dry branches in autumn.

Coastal white mallee is a plant resistant to the usual pests and diseases.

Eucalyptus diversifolia is propagated from seeds sown at any time of the year but it is best to sow in spring.

Images of the tree Eucalyptus diversifolia or Soap mallee