Southern Blue Gum Eucalyptus globulus
Location: 34400 Mission Blvd. District: Decoto Native to: Australia Tree type: flowering Leaf retention: evergreen
Comments: Broadleaf evergreen, native to Australia. First ones were planted in California in 1856. Probably is the fastest growing tree in the world. Dark green sickle-shaped leaves. White flowers in spring. Fibrous peeling bark. Two rows of Eucalyptus line the road leading to the Masonic Home.
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NOTICE: This specimen is located on private property.
DO NOT TRESPASS!
No right to enter private property to view the specimen tree is granted by the Roadside Arboretum.
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 Philip Eaker |
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