Red Stringybark (Eucalyptus macrorhyncha)

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

Eucalyptus macrorhyncha is an evergreen Tree growing to 45 m (147ft 8in) 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: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Although there are no reports of edibility, the leaves contain up to 6.24% rutin. — Although there are no reports of edibility, the leaves contain up to 6.24% rutin.

Habitat & North American Range

Many sites in granite and poorer white acid soils to 900m Dry forests on rocky hills at middle elevations in areas of high summer temperatures, heavy winter frosts and occasional snow. (Zone 9)