Botanical Name
Eucalyptus utilis
Common Name
Coastal moort
Description
Eucalyptus utilis is a small to medium mallee eucalypt native to Western Australia, typically growing 2–8 metres tall. It has smooth pale grey to cream bark that sheds in ribbons. Adult leaves are narrow-lanceolate, olive green, and arranged alternately along the stems. Creamy white flowers are borne in clusters in the leaf axils, followed by small, woody, cup-shaped capsules.
Plant Category
Trees
Size (H x W)
2-8 m × 2-6 m
Habitat
Eucalyptus utilis occurs in the south-west of Western Australia, particularly through the eastern Wheatbelt and surrounding areas; however, its natural distribution is restricted to the south coast of WA. It grows on sand, loam/silt and clay provided that the soil is well drained, typically on gently undulating plains and low rises. Adaptable to a wide range of conditions, it is suited to open woodland and garden planting in full sun positions, tolerating drought and nutrient-poor soils.
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