Native Eucalypts of South Australia

This second edition of Native Eucalypts of South Australia treats every native eucalypt species and subspecies that is currently known in the State (102 in total). The book provides a wealth of information regarding the identification, distribution, ecology and uses of each eucalypt included.

For each of the 102 eucalypts, a double-page provides the following information:

• Images of the habit, bark, buds, flowers and fruits
• Detailed maps of its distribution in South Australia
• Meaning and origin of the name
• Original naming and type information
• Key features
• Distribution and habitat
• Cultivation and uses
• Conservation status
• Notes on interesting populations and individuals
• Detailed botanical description
• Reproduction of seedling paintings by Ian Roberts

Additionally, a quick reference guide to the flowering times of all 102 eucalypts has been included, which will be useful to apiarists, entomologists, bird enthusiasts, and all growers of native plants.

Designed and written for those with no botanical training, but also catering for the professional, this book will be valuable for all those interested in appreciating, identifying and growing South Australia’s native eucalypts.

Flexi-bound, 246 pages, over 900 colour illustrations, Dean Nicolle.