Red-flowered Mallee

Eucalyptus erythronema, Myrtaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreakPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Berry SaltbushAtriplex semibaccata

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Alpine Mint BushProstanthera cuneata

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Acorn BanksiaBanksia prionotes

Pollinator SharingWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Swamp Honey-myrtleMelaleuca squamea

Eucalyptus phenolic compounds strongly inhibit Melaleuca species growth and establishment

Juniper WattleAcacia ulicifolia

Eucalyptus leaf litter and root exudates suppress Acacia seedling development

MuntriesKunzea pomifera

Eucalyptus allelopathic compounds inhibit Kunzea establishment and growth

Lemon-scented Tea TreeLeptospermum petersonii

Eucalyptus phenolics strongly inhibit tea tree species growth and survival

Uses

Functions

Essential Oil ProductionHoney ProductionFire BreakErosion Control

Edible Parts

FlowersLeaves

Medicinal Uses

Respiratory SupportAntimicrobialAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Red-flowered Mallee grow in?

Red-flowered Mallee grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Red-flowered Mallee?

Good companions for Red-flowered Mallee include Berry Saltbush, Alpine Mint Bush, Acorn Banksia.

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