Melaleuca

• Melaleuca is a large tree that grows up to 20 metres tall.
• Has a thick and papery bark.
• The colour of the bark is usually white but also pink and cream in colour.
• This plant has weeping branches.
• The leaves are wide, flat, narrow, egg-shaped or lance-shaped.
• Flowers are usually cream, white or greenish-white in colour.
• The aromatic leaves yield Tea Tree Oil which has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties.
• Requires a lot of sunlight and keep it on the dry side over winter.
• Heavy watering requires during the growing season.
• Needs pruning when needed.

Fresh stocks are available in Capalaba Nursery, Brisbane.