Smooth-Barked Apple Gum - Angophora costata (Kajimbourra) seeds

Angophora costata - Smooth-Barked Apple Gum (Sydney Red Gum)
A striking native tree with ornamental beauty and cultural significance.

Quick Facts

• Height: Grows up to 30 meters tall.
• Bark: Smooth and colorful, starting pinkish or orange-brown and aging to grey.
• Foliage: Rugged, handsome appearance with young red tips often used in floral arrangements.
• Habitat: Endemic to eastern Australia, commonly found in open forests and woodlands.
• Position: Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil.

Why Grow Angophora costata?

The Smooth-Barked Apple Gum is an iconic Australian tree that brings ornamental value and ecological benefits to any landscape. Its smooth, colorful bark, towering presence, and striking young foliage make it a standout choice for large gardens, parks, or native planting projects.

Bush Food & Medicine Note

A significant resource for the Darug Peoples of Sydney, Angophora costata offers numerous traditional uses:

• Gum:
  • Known as "yarra," the adhesive gum was used to treat toothaches, sores, cuts, and insect bites.
  • Sweet in taste, it was also consumed as a natural lolly.
• Medicinal Uses:
  • Dissolved bark exudate was taken to relieve severe diarrhoea.
  • Applied to wounds for its soothing properties.
• Craft Use: Distinctive trunk bulges were carved into bowls.

Disclaimer: Information about traditional bush medicine is provided for educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional before use.

How to Grow

1. Planting Instructions:

   • Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil.
   • Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, backfill, and water thoroughly after planting.

2. Position:

   • Ideal for large open spaces in gardens, parks, or along roadsides.
   • Requires room to grow to its full height and spread.

3. Care Tips:

   • Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
   • Minimal pruning required; shape as desired to enhance ornamental value.
   • Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.

Uses in Your Garden

• Ornamental Value: Unique bark and red foliage tips add texture and colour to landscapes.
• Ecological Benefits: Provides habitat and food for native birds and insects.
• Cultural Connection: Acknowledge Australia’s rich Indigenous heritage by growing this culturally significant tree.

Germination Tips

• Timeframe: Seeds typically germinate within 2–4 weeks under optimal conditions.
• Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Light: Provide bright sunlight to encourage healthy seedling growth.

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Bring the beauty and heritage of Angophora costata to your garden or landscape project. Its vibrant bark, towering presence, and cultural significance make it a truly iconic Australian tree.

Order your Smooth-Barked Apple Gum seeds today and grow a piece of Australia’s natural and cultural heritage!