Bookleaf Mallee

Eucalyptus kruseana, Myrtaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreakMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Native GlycineAustrodolichos errabundus

Physical SupportShade Provision

Black WattleAcacia mearnsii

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Clustered EverlastingChrysocephalum semipapposum

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Elephant Ear WattleAcacia dunnii

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

MurnongMicroseris lanceolata

Eucalyptus species produce strong allelopathic compounds that inhibit herbaceous plant germination and growth

Rough Spear GrassAustrostipa scabra

Eucalyptus allelopathic compounds strongly inhibit grass growth and establishment

Uses

Functions

Essential Oil ProductionErosion ControlWildlife HabitatOrnamental

Edible Parts

Nectar

Medicinal Uses

AntisepticRespiratory

Common Questions

What zones does Bookleaf Mallee grow in?

Bookleaf Mallee grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Bookleaf Mallee?

Good companions for Bookleaf Mallee include Native Glycine, Black Wattle, Clustered Everlasting, Elephant Ear Wattle.

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