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Blue Gum, Forest Red Gum
Eucalyptus tereticornis

Photo courtesy of Keith Townsend.
 
Eucalyptus tereticornis (Flower)

Photo courtesy of Keith Townsend.
 
Plant Family :Myrtaceae
Plant Form :tree
Growth Habit :Tree 20-30m high can reach 50m in tall forest areas.
Fruiting Season :Spring-Summer
Description :Important nectar and pollen producer, food tree for Koalas. Timber is heavy and durable used for construction and fence post.
Distribution :Common local species. Eastern QLD., N.S.W., and Vic. Found in open forest and alluvial plains.
Introduced :No
Seen North Qld :  Yes

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