Eucalyptus sp.
Eucalyptus, gum tree, Gum Tree
Family: Myrtaceae · Type: Shrub · Not Native
Eucalyptus sp. (Eucalyptus) is a non-native California shrub in the Myrtaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Corymbia: Check the bud cap texture - Corymbia caps are usually warty or ribbed, Eucalyptus smooth; vs Quercus: Oak flowers are tiny catkins; eucalyptus flowers are showy stamen bursts with caps; vs Melaleuca: Bottlebrush has normal petals in dense spikes; eucalyptus petals fuse into detachable cap; vs Salix: Willow has fuzzy catkins and narrow leaves; eucalyptus has caplike buds and aromatic leaves; vs Acacia: Acacia has yellow fluffy balls and compound leaves; eucalyptus has white bursts and simple leaves
Frequently asked questions
Is Eucalyptus sp. native to California?
No. Eucalyptus sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Eucalyptus sp. belong to?
Eucalyptus sp. is in the Myrtaceae family, genus Eucalyptus.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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