Eucalyptus viminalis or Manna Gum is a fast growing tall eucalypt whose bark peels in autumn leaving a white clean trunk, widespread in well watered parts of south eastern Australia
It exudes a sugary secretion from the bark and is for that reason sometimes known as the manna gum
Noted for attracting wildlife and is one of the favoured foods of koalas
Flowering has been recorded in January, February, March, April, May and December
Will grow inmost soil types from heavy clay to sandy loam, can be planted as an ornamental and shade tree, and in shelter belts and windbreaks
Bush Food: Honey tree / bee forage
Bush medicine: A decoction of the leafy twigs is used in baths against rheumatism in the legs A sweet tasting manna exuded from the plant has a mild laxative effect The essential oil found in the leaves shows an antiviral effect and can be used in the treatment of influenza
Other uses: Branchlets have been used for weaving
The wood is used for poles, tool handles, shingles, indoor construction, flooring, boards, panelling, interior trim and joinery
The red gum or manna exuding from cracks in the bark has been used for making adhesives
Germination: Seed surface sow February/March in a sunny position Species that come from high altitudes appreciate 6 8 weeks cold stratification at 2C Pot up the seedlings into individual pots as soon as the second set of seed leaves has developed, if left longer than this they might not move well
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