Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
longissima
ID:
806433

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Nicolle

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 18: 550 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805767

Common Names

  • Eucalyptus longissima
  • Longest Eucalyptus
  • Longest Gum Tree

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Description

Eucalyptus longissima (also called Longest Eucalyptus, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Australia. It grows in dry, open areas, such as woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Eucalyptus longissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine and in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucalyptus longissima is a white, star-shaped bloom with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, green stalks with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucalyptus longissima is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to Australia. It can be grown in a wide range of soils, but prefers moist, well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Eucalyptus longissima

Eucalyptus longissima can be found in Australia.

Eucalyptus longissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eucalyptus longissima?

Eucalyptus longissima

What is the common name of Eucalyptus longissima?

Long-leaved Eucalyptus

What is the natural habitat of Eucalyptus longissima?

Forests of Australia

Species in the Eucalyptus genus

Eucalyptus arborella, Eucalyptus broviniensis, Eucalyptus calyerup, Eucalyptus castrensis, Eucalyptus cernua, Eucalyptus diminuta, Eucalyptus incerata, Eucalyptus mcquoidii, Eucalyptus mimica, Eucalyptus missilis, Eucalyptus purpurata, Eucalyptus rugulata, Eucalyptus sporadica, Eucalyptus thamnoides, Eucalyptus utilis, Eucalyptus vesiculosa, Eucalyptus filiformis, Eucalyptus hawkeri, Eucalyptus litoralis, Eucalyptus pyrenea, Eucalyptus quaerenda, Eucalyptus relicta, Eucalyptus virginea, Eucalyptus walshii, Eucalyptus elegans, Eucalyptus erosa, Eucalyptus longissima, Eucalyptus alipes, Eucalyptus megasepala, Eucalyptus orthostemon, Eucalyptus platydisca, Eucalyptus proxima, Eucalyptus arenicola, Eucalyptus falciformis, Eucalyptus rhomboidea, Eucalyptus nebulosa, Eucalyptus baiophylla, Eucalyptus retusa, Eucalyptus sinuosa, Eucalyptus arcana, Eucalyptus brandiana, Eucalyptus distuberosa, Eucalyptus frenchiana, Eucalyptus sweedmaniana, Eucalyptus vittata, Eucalyptus ornans, Eucalyptus forresterae, Eucalyptus abdita, Eucalyptus absita, Eucalyptus acaciiformis,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344047: Based on the initial data import
Dean Nicolle (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Nicolle' in the authors string.