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Eucalyptus recta

Status: Endangered on the EPBC Act list

Eucalyptus recta is a tree that grows to 15 m high and has a trunk which is straight. This species has smooth, shining pale silver-grey or white bark; large buds that are broadly shallowly ribbed; and large fruits.

Government evidence of impact of climate change:

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  • Australian Government, Listing Advices, Eucalyptus recta

    Conversely; a certain fire frequency is likely to be required to stimulate recruitment (CALM; 2005).

    They also increase the fire hazard due to the easy ignition of high fuel loads; which are produced annually by many weed species (CALM; 2005).