Rainbow Eucalyptus Tree in Katong Park sheds bark with colorful layers
Once a while you will come across something which will makes you wonder on the nature as in one such sight where it is rather unique tree located on a nondescript patch of grass in Katong Park. What sets this tree apart from others are the striking colors of its bark where you can saw a streak of pink, red, yellow and blue.
According to a National Parks Board (NParks) Facebook post from 2014, the tree, a species of eucalyptus called Mindanao Gum, sheds patches of its outer bark at different times, showing the bright green inner bark. Where the bark then matures later on to a different color of blue, purple, orange and finally, maroon hues.
Mindanao Gums can grow up to 60m tall and can also be found at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, North Buona Vista Drive, and Biopolis Drive.
