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Lemon Gum Eucalyptus
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Lemon Gum Eucalyptus

Corymbia citriodora
In the United States: Introduced · also called lemon eucalyptus

Tall evergreen tree with nectar-rich white flowers that attract honeybees in significant numbers. Peak bloom occurs in winter in cultivation, providing an off-season forage source in subtropical climates. Fast-growing with aromatic foliage; requires well-drained soil and full sun but can become very tall and needs space.

Nectarlow
Pollenlow
Bloom (US) December–February
Duration~45 days
TypePerennial
Sunfull

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