Eucalyptus Leptophylla

Slender stemmed mallee 3-4m high. Reddish buds opening into masses of creamy white flowers in Autumn and Winter. Good honey tree and the leaves are rich in oil.

commonly known as the narrow-leaved red mallee.

The red mallee's natural occurrence is widespread across much of the south australia throughout the drier regions and it will grow quite happily on natural rainfall as low as 200mm per annum.

It favours well drained soils, growing well on sandy and even limestone soils.

It is common over much of Eyre and Yorke peninsulas, also throughout the Murray mallee and occurs on Kangaroo Island.

This small multi trunked tree typically grows to a height of 3-6 metres with a corresponding spread.

Its glossy green leaves are quite narrow, but the most attractive feature is its brilliant red Eucalypt fruits or buds, which appear in the spring and summer and open to reveal delicate cream flowers. It is a stunning sight.

The red mallee is a charming and underutilized tree that has great potential as a small ornamental plant or for use in screening or windbreaks.

It is also an effective choice for erosion control in sandy soils. This versatile tree is a true beauty and I highly recommend it for any landscape.

Please note: No live plants can be sent to Tasmania, N.T, W.A or overseas. 

Myrtacea family: Please note plants form the myrtacea family can not be sent to S.A