Eucalyptus deglupta Blume
| Etymology | Genus | From Greek, "Eu" well and "kalyptos" covered, referring to the flower buds enclosed by a cap before blooming |
|---|---|---|
| Species | From Latin, meaning peel off, referring to the naturally peeling bark | |
| Family | Myrtaceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Rainbow Eucalyptus, Mindanao Gum, Rainbow Gum | |
| Status | Exotic: Cultivated Only | |
| Form | Tree | |
| Native Distribution | Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Timor Leste, Philippines | |
Diagnostics
An uncommon cultivated tree, Eucalyptus deglupta can be well identified from its striking peeling bark that reveals layers of different colours.
Interesting Facts
The rainbow Eucalyptus is the only tree in its genus that grows in the tropical rainforest.
Tree in Hougang.
Flaking rainbow bark.
Leaves.
Branch.
Siyang ·
2025-08-04 / Modified: 2025-08-07