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Eucalyptus albens (white box)

Climate

The preferred climate for this species is in rainfall areas of between 500 - 700 mm. It thrives in higher slopes.

Common Name

White Box

Description

Eucalyptus albens, also known as white box, is a tall tree that can reach up to 25 meters in height and 1 meter in diameter. It is native to eastern mainland states of Australia and thrives in areas with rainfall between 500 - 700 mm. The wood of this tree is heavy and dense, making it suitable for various applications such as sleepers, heavy engineering, and poles.

Genus
Grouping
Other utility
Latin Name

Eucalyptus albens

Origin

Australia

Other Relevant Information

- The white box (Eucalyptus albens) is known for its tall stature, reaching up to 25 meters in height with a diameter of up to 1 meter. - It is found in eastern mainland states of Australia, specifically in areas with rainfall ranging between 500 - 700 mm. - This tree prefers higher slopes as its habitat. - The wood of the white box is heavy and dense, making it suitable for various purposes such as sleepers, heavy engineering, and poles.

Soil Preferences

- It prefers well-drained soil. - It thrives in sandy or loamy soil types. - It can tolerate slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil conditions.

Specific species
Uses
Timber
Suitability to cool temperate climate

A tall tree to 25 m, with a diameter up to 1 m. It occurs in all eastern mainland states of Australia in rainfall areas of between 500 - 700 mm. It prefers higher slopes.

The wood is heavy, dense and used for sleepers, heavy engineering and poles.