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Size of eucalyptus depends on the species. Eucalyptus tree can reach 33 to 200 feet in height.
.They are positioned downwards to prevent direct exposure to the sunlight.
Leaves of eucalyptus are rich in oil that is used to alleviate symptoms of bronchitis, sore throat, nasal congestion…
Eucalyptus oil is also used as insecticide.
Koala's diet is completely based on the leaves of eucalyptus. Despite wide variety of available species of eucalyptus, only few of them are on the koala's menu.
Bark of eucalyptus tree is usually brown in color.
Rainbow eucalyptus sheds its bark several times per year and reveals inner bark that is multicolored (red, blue, yellow, purple.)
Most species of eucalyptus shed their bark once per year. Bark
can be removed in long ribbons, spongy pieces, furrowed and rough pieces or small flakes.
Some insects lay eggs and feed on the bark of eucalyptus tree.
Eucalyptus tree has unique strategy to survive fires that are usual for the Australian forests. Deep inside the tree and inside the roots, eucalyptus has dormant shoots. They will germinate only under the influence of hormones that are triggered by heat (of the fire).Eucalyptus is also known as "gum tree" because of the sticky rubbery substance that flows from the injured bark.All parts of eucalyptus tree are used in the manufacture of dyes.Eucalyptus has white, yellow, pink or red flowers. Beautiful color of the flowers is result of huge number of stamens (male reproductive organs). They do not have petals.Insects, birds and small mammals (such as bats) pollinate eucalyptus flowers. They are attracted by delicious nectar that is produced in big quantity.Fruit of eucalyptus is called gum nut.Lifespan of eucalyptus depends on the species. Most eucalyptus trees can survive more than 250 years in the