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Eucalyptus macrocarpa A very showy mallee gum tree . It is endemic to west Australia ,but used as a ornamental tree in the other Australian states. Australia,Eamw,Eucalyptus macrocarpa,Geotagged,Mottlecah,Winter Click/tap to enlarge PromotedSpecies introCountry intro

Eucalyptus macrocarpa

A very showy mallee gum tree . It is endemic to west Australia ,but used as a ornamental tree in the other Australian states.

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    Ruth Spigelman
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    Highly distinctive with the spectacular flowers and beautiful foliage. Looking wonderful here against our beautiful blue sky - lovely shot Ernst. Posted 5 years ago
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    Ernst
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    Thank you Ruth.
    Yes it is a striking tree and makes everyone stop and admire it.     Posted 5 years ago
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    Ferdy Christant
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    Whoa, gorgeous species, and a beautiful name. Posted 5 years ago

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The Mottlecah

"Eucalyptus macrocarpa", commonly known as mottlecah, is a species of mallee that is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia. It has smooth bark, usually sessile, heart-shaped adult leaves arranged in opposite pairs, large red flowers and broad conical fruit.

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Similar species: Myrtles, Evening Primroses.
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Uploaded Aug 11, 2020. Captured Aug 10, 2020 10:58 in 66 Franklin Parade, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
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  • iPhone 8 Plus
  • f/1.8
  • 1/1412s
  • ISO20
  • 3.99mm
Captured in the winter. More winter photos.

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