Eucalyptus is a type of dicot plant commonly used as cut flowers and foliage. It has an alternate leaf arrangement with a strong scent and woody stem. The leaves have a waxy cuticle and often wrap around the stem without a petiole. Eucalyptus comes in many varieties and can be used fresh or dried. It is grown in warm climates and has few problems, lasting a long time fresh or as dried flowers.

1. Eucalyptus Aka Silver Dollar Gum Group: Cut Flowers & Foliage Type of Plant: Dicot Leaf Arrangement: Alternate Identification : Strong scent, woody stem, leaves with waxy cuticle. Many different varieties, used fresh or dry, dyed. Often rounded leaves which wrap around stem. No petiole. Eucalyptus species

2. How to pick good Eucalyptus : Long, strong stems, freedom from disease and damage, good color. Culture : Grown in warm, semi-tropical climates. Problems : Few, lasts a long time, easy to dry. Eucalyptus Eucalyptus species