Each layer of bark is covered by a thin, transparent layer of cells which allows us to see the chlorophyll stored in the cells underneath. Thanks :). The mature tree may reach a height of 100 to a 150 feet in its native habitat—or even taller—but only 60 to 80 feet in other areas. Great article. All eucalyptus trees and shrubs belong to the genus Eucalyptus, which is in the myrtle family, or the Myrtaceae. Tours are available for people to look at the trees. Thanks for highlighting it for us with interesting info. Also known as the Mindanao gum or rainbow gum, the rainbow eucalyptus is a tall tree that is unique in that it's the only eucalyptus to live in the rainforest and only one of four species found outside of Australia. Most grow in Australia, which contains hundreds of species belonging to the genus. What a shame they wouldn't grow here - too cold. Thank you very much, Bill. Eucalyptol is a useful but potentially toxic chemical. Rainbow eucalyptus trees differ in the amount and types of colour that they display, but they are all beautiful. Patricia Scott from North Central Florida on February 05, 2015: How cool is that. You have packed a lot of information about the tree in your hub. They may be able to tell you how well the tree will do in your area. frank nyikos from 8374 E State Rd 45 Unionville IN 47468 on May 04, 2015: Linda, I'm so glad this article was chosen as Hub of the Day. Thank you very much for your comments, whonunuwho! Answer: The tree requires a zone 10 or 11 environment, according to the Missouri Botanical Garden. Thank you very much for the kind comment. The previous season’s bark peels off in strips to reveal a brightly colored new bark below. Are red leaves typical of the Rainbow Eucalyptus? Based on a brief investigation, he has come up with a tentative theory to explain the colour change in the rainbow eucalyptus tree trunk. This was interesting to learn. You did a great job on it. Thank you for the visit. The flower buds take the form of a capsule containing the stamens and pistil. Over time, this ages into different colors—blue, purple, orange, and maroon. Its unique appearance has also made it quite popular amongst garden enthusiasts. Good read with loads of valuble information. Want to advertise with us? Answer: Unfortunately, the information is not consistent. Gorgeous article! The beautiful "Rosea" variety of Eucalyptus leucoxylon; the pink tassels are the stamens, Jean Tosti, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 License. Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening. Cynthia B Turner from Georgia on May 04, 2015: Congrats! Do you know where in Texas I could see some --in a park or botantical garden? There are some drawbacks to growing the trees. I appreciate them all. The seeds are tiny and may be difficult to handle. The bark of a rainbow eucalyptus tree growing in Hawaii, Mann jess, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 License. Thank you very much for the kind congratulations and the comment, Bill. Green, orange, yellow, rusty red, maroon, brown, purple, and blue areas may all be visible on the trunk. What a beautiful tree, and beautiful hub! Hi, Cyndi10. I'm too cold to have it grow outside. As a bud matures, the operculum becomes dark and wrinkled. The trees may survive one night of light frost, but they are frost-intolerant plants. I would love to own on for a lot of reasons, but one of the best would be to let it inspire me to write children's stores.
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