Mazhar Botanic Garden

Corymbia citriodora (Hook.) K.D.Hill& L.A.S. Johnson

Lemon-scented Gum

Sample code: EGY-MBG-000140
Common name: Lemon-scented Gum
English name: Lemon-scented Gum
Arabic name: كافور ليموني
Native: Australia
Country: Australia
(PGR): Common

Wood tree to 20- 40 m high, Bark smooth, white, juvenile leaves ovate to broadly lanceolate, adult leaves narrowly lanceolate, strongly lemon scented when crushed flowers white, fruit ovoid capsules

ornamental plant. Due to its straight growth Corymbia citriodora forms a strong structural timber that is used for beams, bridges, poles, containers, flooring and tool-handles. Its flowers are important for honey production. Its volatile oil is an important commodity for cosmetics, medicines, and insect repellents.

Eucalyptus citriodora Hook

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Texture: Clay Loam
Fertility: High
Drainage: Well drained
Water Sources: Moderate Water
Lights: Full sun
Propagation: Seeds
Flowering time: Autumn - winter
Zone: 8 : 11
pH range: Indicator Papers

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