Eucalyptus erythrocorys

Scientific name: Eucalyptus erythrocorys

Author: F. Muell.

Common name: Red-cap Gum

Family: Myrtaceae

Location

The Red-cap Gum, also known as Illyarie, is found in a very restricted area of southwestern Western Australia. It occurs on the coastal strip north of Perth from Geraldton to Shark Bay, however it is quite common within this range.

It grows as a small tree or stout mallee in scrubby bushland on undulating sites, in shallow calcareous sand over coastal limestone.

The contrasting bright yellow flowers and red bud cap, along with its small size, make this tree an outstanding specimen for the garden or a large container. It needs an alkaline soil, plenty of sunshine and good drainage.

To see this species at Mount Annan, just follow Cunningham Drive  and you’ll find these brilliantly coloured small trees on your right.