Plant · GBIF taxon 5418431
Lemon-scented gum
Corymbia citriodoraAlso known as Lemon Gum, Lemon-scented Eucalyptus
Lemon-scented gum stands out in eastern Australian woodlands with its towering, smooth white-to-pink trunk and narrow, gracefully arching foliage. When crushed or warmed by the sun, its leaves emit a powerful citronella fragrance rich in citronellal, which acts as a natural insect deterrent. White blossom clusters bloom high in the canopy, providing abundant nectar for honeyeaters, flying foxes, and native bees.
AromaticTall TreeEvergreen
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Autotrophic
Predators
- Koalas
- Ringtail Possums
- Eucalyptus Leaf Beetles
ThreatsHabitat loss, myrtle rust, severe drought
HabitatsOpen forests, coastal woodlands, urban parks
Life span100–500 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderMyrtales
- FamilyMyrtaceae
- GenusCorymbia
- SpeciesCorymbia citriodora
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskHigh
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- Why interaction risk is high
- Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Leaf Fragrance: Crush a fallen leaf between your fingers to release the powerful citronella aroma.
- Bark Identification: Look for exceptionally smooth white, pale pink, or copper bark that sheds in thin curled flakes.
- Observe Overhead: Watch the high canopy in flowering season for nectar-seeking birds and flying foxes.
Close Relative Melburnian / CC BY 3.0 · cc-by
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