Eucalyptus parvifolia - small-leaved eucalyptus (Square vase 9x9x20 cm)

Genus of over 500 species of evergreen trees and shrubs, present in all habitats with the exception of particularly arid ones, mostly in Australia, but also in the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. Eucalyptus parvifolia is a slender, expansive evergreen tree up to 18-20 meters tall, characterized by a well-erect trunk and smooth, gray and white bark that flakes off at the end of summer. Leaves are lanceolate when ripe and up to 3-5 cm long and grey-blue in colour. The flowers appear in summer.

Pedoclimatic needs

It prefers exposure in full sun and loose soil without stagnation. Slightly rustic plant, it tolerates minimum temperatures reaching -4°/-6°C for short periods. E. parvifolia is a species commonly used for the production of cut fronds or as an ornamental plant.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Eucalyptus parvifolia

Family: Myrtaceae