Snappy Gum (Eucalyptus racemosa)

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

Eucalyptus racemosa is an evergreen Tree at a fast rate.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. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy soils near the coast between Sydney and Newcastle. Found in poor soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)