Eucalyptus spathulata
Swamp Mallee
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Swamp Mallee (Eucalyptus spathulata) - Description
Eucalyptus spathulata, commonly known as Swamp Mallet, is a species of Eucalyptus which is endemic to Western Australia. It is a mallet that grows to 8 metres high and has smooth bark and narrow leaves. The species was formally described in 1844 by botanist William Jackson Hooker in Icones Plantarum. Two subspecies are recognised:It is widely cultivated in southern Australia and can be grown in saline and poorly drained situations.
Swamp Mallee (Eucalyptus spathulata) - Blooming
Some species of Eucalyptus have showy flowers that appear at different times of year.
Swamp Mallee (Eucalyptus spathulata) - Growth
The genus, Eucalyptus, is a huge genus with roughly 600 species which gives it a variety of different growing needs; however, they primarily need full sun. All species are evergreen, but they may come as small shrubs or huge trees. Many Eucalypts can withstand windy and dry climates, which makes them great candidates for windbreaks. In less hardy areas, grow plants in a cool greenhouse with a minimum temperature of 35°F (2°C). During the day, set temperatures between 41-50°F (5-10°C), and at night, keep the temperature at 36°F (2°C).
Swamp Mallee (Eucalyptus spathulata) - Planting
When planting a Eucalyptus tree, you must know how big your tree or shrub will get. Some trees can grow as much as 10' per year and can get rather large. Make sure your Eucalyptus has plenty of room to grow wherever it may be planted.
Swamp Mallee (Eucalyptus spathulata) - Pest
Since Eucalyptus trees and shrubs are native to only Australia, no pests existed in America until 1984 when the Eucalyptus long-horned beetle was observed in Southern California. Since then several natural predators of the pest have been introduced from Australia.
Swamp Mallee (Eucalyptus spathulata) - Interesting facts
Although the tallest living tree today is a Coastal Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) at 378' tall found in Mendocino County, reports claim that the tallest living tree in the historic past was a Eucalyptus. Eucalyptus regnans can grow very tall and one was measured in 1872 to be 435' tall. It was estimated that before it died, it reached over 500'.
Swamp Mallee (Eucalyptus spathulata) - Soil and irrigation
Eucalyptus trees and shrubs are known to be drought tolerant. In fact over watering can cause foliar chlorosis for many species. Grows best in neutral to slightly acidic soil that is fertile and remains constantly moist.
