Yes Rallem- that would pobably be the eucalyptus which seems to be grown all over the world now. It's a wonderful tree with lots of different varieties and it will grow just about anywhere. It is popular in many places as a result, but its leaves are full of oil and they burn easily and rapidly, hence our bushfires. In fact some varieties need fire to successfully germinate their seeds. It will also spread rapidly and reach weed status unless planted carefully as it grows very quickly indeed. This is all good in Oz where the tree has developed in harmony with its native conditions, not so good elsewhere though.

Last edited by Ellis; 10/02/07 06:05 AM. Reason: spelling!