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Brittle Gum (Eucalyptus Mannifera)
Open growing, small to medium evergreen tree with grey green leaves and striking smooth white bark. Can be used under powerlines, not suitable for use in narrow nature strips.
Evergreen/deciduous: evergreen
Maintenance: moderate
Pest and disease: generally trouble free
Height: 8-15 x 4-7 m
Growth rate: medium/fast
Canopy density: medium
Origin: Victoria, ACT, NSW
Drought tolerance: high
Water-logging tolerance: average
Wind tolerance: average
Frost tolerance: high
Pollution tolerance: moderate