Eucalyptus bridgesiana
Baker
Apple box, Apple gum
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Summary
Source: WikipediaEucalyptus bridgesiana, commonly known as apple box, apple, apple gum or but-but, is a medium to large sized tree. It has rough, fibrous bark on the trunk and larger branches, smooth grey bark above, glossy green, lance-shaped adult leaves, flower buds in groups of seven, white flowers and hemispherical fruit.
Description
Apple box is a temperate tree in the Myrtaceae family native to temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are used as a flavouring.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
References (1)
- Seidemann J., 2005, World Spice Plants. Economic Usage, Botany, Taxonomy. Springer. p 150
