Description
Lemon eucalyptus (scientific name: Eucalyptus citriodora Hook.f.), also known as "eucalyptus tree" and "eucalyptus tree", is an evergreen large tree of the Myrtaceae and Eucalyptus genus. Tree height 28m, smooth bark; young leaves lanceolate, with glandular hairs, round base, petiole shield-like inserted, mature leaves narrowly lanceolate; panicles are axillary, flower buds are obovate; capsule pot-shaped, flowering stage 4 -September.
Lemon eucalyptus likes sunshine and high temperature and humid climate, and is not cold-resistant; it requires fertile soil and good drainage. It is native to Australia and cultivated in southern China, Fujian and Sichuan. Lemon eucalyptus contains aromatic substances and can be used as a raw material in the perfume industry. The material is hard and tough, wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant. It is widely used in industrial and mining, construction, transportation, papermaking, etc., and is also suitable for green planting in public green spaces.
