Tasmanian Blue Gum (Eucalyptus globulus)

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

Bloom Color: White. Main Bloom Time: Early summer, Early spring, Late summer, Late spring, Mid summer, Mid spring. Form: Oval, Upright or erect.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring in sweets, baked goods, ice cream etc. — An essential oil from the fresh or dried leaves is used as a flavouring in sweets, baked goods, ice cream etc.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp marshy areas on moist loams and clays. Found in hilly country or moist valleys in deep rich soils. (Zone 9)