The Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney

Plant of the month

Every month our volunteers select a plant or garden feature for you to discover.

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Plant of the month

With brilliantly coloured red, pinkish or orange flowers, the Corymbia ficifolia is commonly known as the Red Flowering Gum. This species is closely related to Eucalyptus and Angphora.

Family: Myrtaceae

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Corymbia with bird
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Garden Explorer

Follow the link to Garden Explorer to help find the plants on this month's tour.
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Tours and Walks

Take a tour of the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
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