Lemon Ironbark and Eucalyptus: Edible and Medicinal Uses in the Australian Garden

Lemon Ironbark and Eucalyptus: Edible and Medicinal Uses in the Australian GardenSeveral Australian eucalyptus and corymbia species have documented edible or medicinal uses — from the extraordinary lemon-scented Corymbia citriodora to the sweet wattle lerp as a traditional food source.Getting StartedCorymbia citriodora (lemon-scented gum) produces leaves with a strong lemon-eucalyptus fragrance used in herbal teas (small quantities only — the essential oils are potent), insect repellent potp…