Do Eucalyptus Trees Survive Fire?
Do Eucalyptus Trees Survive Fire? Most Eucalyptus species have lignotubers. Geophytes survive burning because the storage organs are below ground protected from burning. They persist vegetatively between fires, and are stimulated to flower following a fire. How do eucalyptus trees defend themselves? The Spitfire feeds on eucalyptus leaves and stores the oil inside their stomach.