Blue Mallee Eucalyptus Branch (IMAGE) Michigan Technological University Caption Investigating the genetic basis of variation in oil yield in blue mallee, a eucalyptus native to Australia will allow for a faster and more efficient domestication, making the production of renewable fuels from eucalyptus plantations more feasible. Credit Carsten Külheim/Michigan Tech Usage Restrictions Please credit photographer. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.