Scientific Name: Eucalyptus Globulus. Common Names: Tasmanian blue gum, blue gum, eucalyptus tree, ironbark, bloodwood and gum tree. Distribution and Habitat: Eucalyptus globulus is native to the state of Tasmania, Australia. It prefers gentle, sloping coastal hills or protected valleys, good quality coastal soils and plenty of sun. It is adverse to lower temperatures, once established it is drought tolerant, and it can often regenerate after wildfires. Eucalyptus globulus is one of the few medicinal plant species adopted by the European settlers in Australia. It has spread globally and is now cultivated in California, in Florida, and in many of