Family:
Myrtaceae
Eucalyptus socialis
Pointed Mallee
Other Names: Red Mallee, Morrel, Willow Mallee, Pointed-Fruit Mallee, Giant Mallee
Regional Subspecies:
Eucalyptus socialis subsp. socialis
HABIT:
Mallee 2-9 m high. Bark greyish fibrous and persistent on larger stems, smooth and deciduous above, peeling off in ribbons leaving white or greyish bark beneath. Thick bluish-green leaves. Flowers whitish or cream (September to November).
HABITAT & SITE PREFERENCE:
Often found in mallee communities. Deep sandy soils or well-drained loams, often containing limestone. Prefers from 300 to 450 mm rainfall in the Riverina region.
SEED COLLECTION & PROPAGATION:
Collect seeds throughout the year. Propagate from seed, which readily germinates.
VALUES & USES:
Animal shelter. Useful for wind erosion control. Leaves used for oil extraction. Useful for honey production. Tolerates moderate frost and alkaline soils.