Eucalyptus cosmophylla

cobaltducks, 2021, Cup Gum Eucalyptus cosmophylla, https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/72594592

Common name

Cup Gum

Position

Full and partial sun

Flower shape and colour

Cream, Eucalypt type

Form

Medium Tree (Usually between 5m & 11 metres)

Suitability for landscaping

As a shade or shelter tree in parks and reserves. Can be used as a small street tree. 

Propagation

By seed.

Cultivation

Hardy in cultivation. Available in native nurseries. Listed in the SAFlora catalogue: p. 18)

References | acknowledgements
  • Atlas of living Australia 2025, Eucalyptus cosmophylla | Cup Gum. Provides information about the spread of the species of Eucalyptus cosmophylla tree across South Australia and other parts of Australia.
  • Botanic Gardens of South Australia 2025, Eucalyptus cosmophylla | Cup Gum. Provides information about the plant features and uses of the Native tree: Eucalyptus cosmophylla.
  • City of Onkaparinga 2025, Cup Gum | Eucalyptus cosmophylla. Provides information about native plants which are found in the City of Onkaparinga.
  • Seeds of South Australia 2025, Eucalyptus cosmophylla (Myrtaceae) | Cup Gum. Provides information about the distribution, plant characteristics, as well as seed collection and viability.