White Ironbark (Leucoxylon)

The White Ironbark (Leucoxylon) has dark green foliage and inconspicuous red flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the winter, with fruit and seed production starting in the winter and continuing until fall. Leaves are retained year to year. The White Ironbark (Leucoxylon) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical White Ironbark (Leucoxylon) will reach up to 50 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 30 feet.

The White Ironbark (Leucoxylon) is usually not commercially available except under contract. It can be propagated by bare root, container, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 22°F. has medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.