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red bloodwood

Scientific Name: Corymbia gummifera

Family: Myrtaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

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Red Bloodwood (Corymbia gummifera)

The Red Bloodwood, scientifically known as Corymbia gummifera, is a hardwood tree prevalent in eastern Australia. Its most distinguishing feature is its dark red sap, which gives it the common name "Bloodwood tree."

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that Corymbia gummifera has been reported to cause eye and skin irritation.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Corymbia gummifera (Gaertn.) K. D. Hill &amp L. A. S. Johnson
  • Common Name: Red Bloodwood
  • Family: Myrtaceae (Myrtle Family)
  • Synonyms: Eucalyptus corymbosa, Eucalyptus gummifera

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Red Bloodwood is native to eastern Australia, particularly in the coastal districts of New South Wales.
  • It's a common tree found in poor sandy soils of eucalypt open forests.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It's a medium-sized hardwood tree that can grow up to 30 meters in height.
  • The bark is persistent on smaller branches, red-brown or grey-brown, tessellated, and peels above.
  • The leaves are glossy and dark green, measuring 10cm to 14cm in length.
  • It produces clusters of cream to white flowers.
  • The species is characterized by its red sap and concentric gum veins in the wood.

Quirky Facts

  • The Red Bloodwood gets its name from its remarkable dark red colored sap.
  • The Old Bottlebutt, a notable specimen of Corymbia gummifera, is recognized as the largest Red Bloodwood tree in the southern hemisphere.

Ecological Role

  • The flowers of the Red Bloodwood secrete nectar, attracting pollinators like honey bees.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Honey bees are known to visit Red Bloodwood flowers.

Known Hazards

  • Citronellal, an essential oil found in most Eucalyptus species, is present in the Red Bloodwood.

Further Information

  • PlantNET Flora Online (Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust): http://plantnet.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/
  • WoodSolutions: A timber resource providing information on red bloodwood timber properties and uses.
  • Dave's Garden: A community sharing tips and ideas for gardens.