blackbutt-peppermint
Eucalyptus smithii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
blackbutt-peppermint, scientifically known as Eucalyptus smithii, is an aromatic eucalyptus species native to Australia. Renowned for its potent essential oils, it offers significant therapeutic value. Traditionally used to treat respiratory ailments and skin irritations, this versatile plant serves as a vital resource in both herbal medicine and forestry.
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Native range
- Australasia
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Blackbutt-Peppermint · Gully-Gum · 7 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Eucalyptus Viminalis Var. Pedicellaris
Names
Common Names
- blackbutt-peppermint
- gully-gum
- gully-pepermint
- ironbark-peppermint
- blackbutt peppermint
- gully gum
- gully peppermint
- gully-ash
- Smith's eucalyptus
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eucalyptus smithiiSynonyms
- Eucalyptus viminalis var. pedicellaris
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further categorized under the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Eucalyptus, of which Eucalyptus smithii is a member.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eucalyptus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is a species of tree native to the continent of Australia. Its natural range is specifically concentrated within certain southeastern regions of the country. Most notably, it can be found growing throughout the state of New South Wales. Additionally, the species has a significant presence in the state of Victoria. These two areas define the primary geographical distribution of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | Victoria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Eucalyptus smithii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include nitric oxide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| nitric oxide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
nitric oxide
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
Medicinal Uses
Eucalyptus smithii has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include arthritis, asthma, fever, rheumatism.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| arthritis | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asthma | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |