Gungurru (Eucalyptus caesia)

Family: Myrtaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Eucalyptus caesia is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft 10in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet malt-like flavour. — Bark of young roots - baked and then ground.; A sweet malt-like flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Granite outcrops, succeeding in sands, sandy loams and some clays as well as in areas of low rainfall. (Zone 8)