Water Mallee (Eucalyptus dumosa)

Family: Myrtaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Eucalyptus dumosa is an evergreen Tree growing to 7 m (23ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. 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, Sap/Syrup

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet manna-like substance is produced upon the leaves of the tree, it is made into a delicious drink. — A sweet manna-like substance is produced upon the leaves of the tree, it is made into a delicious drink.; One report says that it is the secretion of an insect, and thus is unlikely to be produced in Britain.; The bark of young roots is baked and eaten.; It is said to be rather sweet, resembling malt in flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Desert areas. (Zone 9)