EUCALYPTS CULTIVATED IX THE UNITED STATES. 

 By C. Westergaard, Jr. 



The following descriptions of the species of Eucalyptus mostly 

 cultivated in the southwestern United States may satisfy the 

 growing popular interest manifested in Eucalyptus culture. They 

 are intended as a guide for the prospective Eucalyptus grower, 

 and it is hoped that the information thus condensed will prove to 

 be useful for quick and practical reference. 



The descriptions are based on the work of recognized authori- 

 ties in both this country and Australia, including such writers as 

 A. J. McClatchie, Von Mueller, Abbott Kinney, and Elwood 

 Cooper. Such other sources as experiment station reports, gov- 

 ernment reports, and leading newspaper and magazine articles 

 have been freely consulted. Direct information has also been 

 obtained by visits to different regions incidental to travel in con- 

 nection with Farmers' Institute work. 



1. E. amygdalina. 



GIANT EUCALYPT, PEPPERMINT TREE. 



Identification : Leaves — Varying from very narrow to 

 lance-shaped. Said to have a distinct peppermint odor when 

 crushed. Flowers and Fruit — Flowers small, 8 to 15 in compact 

 clusters. Seed cases small and nearly top-shaped. Bark — Quite 

 variable ; being either rough and persistent or flaking off. 



Growth : Among the tallest trees in the world. Reaches 

 400 feet in height and 18 to 35 feet in diameter. Second only 

 to Sequoia gigantea. Very variable. Does not seem to do as 

 well in California. 



Wood: The timber not as valuable as that of some others. 

 Not valued for fuel. Durability — Does not last well under 

 ground. Uses — Said to be used for shingles, rails, and plank- 

 ing. An important source of eucalyptus oil. (Maiden) 



Requirements: Climate — Prefers moist cool ravines. Does 

 not thrive in interior valleys. Endures low temperatures, but 

 not dry heat. 



Places Grown in the West: Berkeley (?), Pasadena, 

 Santa Barbara, Chico. 



