Encyclopedia · Rhamnaceae · Alphitonia excelsa
TreeCouncil listedAustralian native
Alphitonia excelsa
Red Ash
Alphitonia · Rhamnaceae
Red Ash (Alphitonia excelsa) is a australian native tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 15 m high and 10 m spread, with a rounded canopy form. Its recorded local performance is somewhat reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Alphitonia
Family
Rhamnaceae
Common name
Red Ash
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Alphitonia excelsa belongs to the Alphitonia genus within the Rhamnaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience. It is an Australian native we grow and specify regularly.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Part Shade
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
15 m H × 10 m W
Landscape use
Trial
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
