This large tree has a thick trunk with deeply fissured grey-brown bark and spreading branches that form a dense rounded crown. It has dark glossy green lanced-shaped leaves and the cream coloured flowers appear in a cluster during winter. 

Hardiness zones 8 to 12

Eucalyptus robusta is naturally found in Australia growing in a narrow band on the east coast from Jervis Bay in New South Wales to Rockhampton in Queensland, appearing in open forests around swamps or along saltwater estuaries. 

It grows in heavy clay to sandy loams in a sunny to semi shaded exposed position and tolerates salt laden winds, frost and drought. 

Swamp Mahogany is an adaptable tree that is grown for its spreading crown. It is planted in parks and large gardens as a lawn specimen for shade or used as a windbreak in exposed positions. It is also used for riverbank binding in country regions and as a street tree in urban areas. 

The timber is used in construction and the leaves are suitable for koala food. It is suitable for coastal regions establishing in 2-4 years and the tree attracts native birds and bees for honey production. ID 520

Note:
The bark is rough at the base and persists to the small branches and the habit varies according to the local environmental conditions.

Eucalyptus (ew-ka-LIP-tus) robusta (roh-BUS-tah)

‘Eucalyptus’: from Greek eu + kalyptos - well-covered (refers to the characteristic capped buds); ‘robusta’: strong (refers to the timber).

Myrtaceae (mir-TAY-see-ee)
Myrtle, Eucalyptus, Clove and Guava Family