Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Eucalyptus Tree
MainColor	White
PlantType	Tree
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	July
ImageUrl	Eucalyptus-001
Photographer	DP
Location	Rutland, Barnsdale
Human Toxicity	Mildly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A tall evergreen tree with peeling bark, long aromatic blue-green leaves, and clusters of white fluffy flowers. It is widely cultivated for timber, essential oil, and ornamental use.

Distribution

Native to Tasmania and southeastern Australia; widely planted in Mediterranean regions, the Americas, and Asia.

Medicinal/Other Uses

Leaves are used to extract eucalyptus oil, applied as an inhalant for respiratory issues, antiseptic, and muscle rub.

Edibility

Not used as a food; essential oil is toxic if ingested.

Human Toxicity

Eucalyptus oil can cause nausea, vomiting, seizures, and even death if consumed in significant amounts. Should only be used externally or in controlled pharmaceutical doses.

Pet Toxicity

oxic to cats and dogs – ingestion may cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, or seizures.

Active Compounds

Eucalyptol (1,8-cineole), tannins, flavonoids.