Eucalyptus perriniana, commonly known as spinning gum, is a tree or mallee which is native to New South Wales, the Australian CapitalTerritory, Victoria and Tasmania. Spinning gum is a sub-alpine species and grows in areas which may be snow covered for several months in winter. This species is quite adaptable and can grow in almost any temperate climate.
Eucalyptus perriniana (spinning gum) is well suited to a range of soils including infertile leached soils in higher rainfall areas. Frost and cold tolerant.
The foliage from this species is widely sought after by the cut flower industry.