Red Flowering Gum
Corymbia ficifolia

Location: Las Palmas @ Mission Blvd.
District: Mission San Jose
Native to: Australia
Tree type: flowering
Leaf retention: evergreen

Comments: Broadleaf evergreen, native of western Australia. This tree produces the most attractive red flowers that bloom practically all year round. It is of moderate size and spreading habit. (former scientific name Eucalyptus ficifolia)

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To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.

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Illustration by Hugh Danaher