Eucalyptus viminalis, commonly known as Manna Gum, is an evergreen tree native to open woodlands and forests of Eastern Australia, including Tasmania. It can vary greatly in size, typically reaching heights of 50 m (160 ft), and under optimal conditions, it can soar to 90 m (300 ft). Manna Gum has a distinctive appearance with smooth, powdery white or grey bark that may be rough at the base. Its adult leaves are lance-shaped to curved, providing a lush canopy. The tree is notable for its white flowers that bloom in groups of three or seven from December to May, and its cup-shaped or hemispherical fruit that follows flowering. The flowers, while not overly showy, are attractive to a variety of wildlife, particularly birds and insects.

Manna Gum is valued for its rapid growth and adaptability to a range of soil types, making it suitable for reforestation projects and as a windbreak. It is also used in the production of honey and for its timber. In cultivation, it thrives in full sun and is drought-tolerant, requiring low amounts of water once established. It prefers soils with medium to fast drainage. However, gardeners should be cautious as Eucalyptus viminalis can become invasive outside its native range, and its large size may not be suitable for small gardens. Additionally, the tree can shed limbs, so it should not be planted close to structures or areas of high pedestrian traffic.CC BY-SA 4.0