Description
Melaleuca camptoclada (also called Slender Paperbark, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia and is found in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Tasmania. It grows in a variety of habitats, including wet sclerophyll forests, heathlands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Melaleuca camptoclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a windbreak. It has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating skin infections, colds, and sore throats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Melaleuca camptoclada are white, with a yellow centre, and a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, about 3 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with grey-green leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Melaleuca camptoclada is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-6 feet. It has small, white, fragrant flowers and gray-green foliage. It is native to Australia and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Melaleuca camptoclada
Melaleuca camptoclada is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.