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Blue Gum

Eucalyptus leucoxylon

Vulnerable

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The Blue Gum (Eucalyptus leucoxylon) is a species in the genus Eucalyptus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Palearctic .

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (India), Europe (France, Malta), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Eucalyptus leucoxylon (Blue Gum)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese eucalipto

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue Gum?

The scientific name of Blue Gum is Eucalyptus leucoxylon. It belongs to the genus Eucalyptus.

What is the conservation status of Blue Gum?

Blue Gum (Eucalyptus leucoxylon) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blue Gum live?

Blue Gum is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (India), Europe (France, Malta), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, France, India, Libya, Malta, South Africa.

What family does Blue Gum belong to?

Blue Gum (Eucalyptus leucoxylon) belongs to the genus Eucalyptus, which is part of the taxonomic family Myrtaceae.

Is Blue Gum endangered?

Yes, Blue Gum (Eucalyptus leucoxylon) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Blue Gum belong to?

Blue Gum (Eucalyptus leucoxylon) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Blue Gum?

The closest relatives of Blue Gum in the genus Eucalyptus include Albany Blackbutt, Albatross Mallee, alpine-ash, Alpine Bog Gum, alpine yellow gum.