Grey Box (Eucalyptus Moluccana) is a perennial tree in the Myrtaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Eucalyptus moluccana is a medium to tall evergreen tree with rough bark on part or all of the trunk and smooth bark above. It is commonly known as Grey Box.

Grey Box

Grey Box

Eucalyptus Moluccana

Eucalyptus moluccana is a medium to tall evergreen tree with rough bark on part or all of the trunk and smooth bark above. It is commonly known as Grey Box.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, shade tree, habitat tree

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Grey Box

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Myrtaceae
Genus:Eucalyptus