Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxyphylla
ID:
240413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carrick

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 1: 304 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239745

Common Names

  • Oxyphylla Paperbark
  • Oxyphylla Melaleuca
  • Oxyphylla

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Description

Melaleuca oxyphylla (also called Prickly-leaved Paperbark, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has a dense, spreading crown with long, narrow, grey-green leaves and white flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, heaths and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca oxyphylla is used for its essential oil, which is used in aromatherapy, perfumes, and cosmetics. It is also used as an insect repellent and as a natural insecticide. Additionally, it is used as a natural antiseptic and as a natural remedy for skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melaleuca oxyphylla is a white or creamy-white brush-like flower head. The seed is a small, oval-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca oxyphylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Melaleuca oxyphylla

Melaleuca oxyphylla is native to Australia and can be found in wetter areas of the country, such as along the east coast and in the Northern Territory.

Melaleuca oxyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca oxyphylla?

Melaleuca oxyphylla

What is the common name of Melaleuca oxyphylla?

Sharp-leaved Honey-myrtle

What type of plant is Melaleuca oxyphylla?

Shrub

Species in the Melaleuca genus

Melaleuca acacioides, Melaleuca acuminata, Melaleuca adenostyla, Melaleuca adnata, Melaleuca aestuosa, Melaleuca agathosmoides, Melaleuca alsophila, Melaleuca alternifolia, Melaleuca amydra, Melaleuca apodocephala, Melaleuca apostiba, Melaleuca araucarioides, Melaleuca arcana, Melaleuca arenicola, Melaleuca argentea, Melaleuca armillaris, Melaleuca aspalathoides, Melaleuca barlowii, Melaleuca basicephala, Melaleuca beardii, Melaleuca biconvexa, Melaleuca bisulcata, Melaleuca blaeriifolia, Melaleuca boeophylla, Melaleuca borealis, Melaleuca bracteata, Melaleuca bracteosa, Melaleuca brevifolia, Melaleuca brevisepala, Melaleuca bromelioides, Melaleuca brongniartii, Melaleuca brophyi, Melaleuca buseana, Melaleuca caeca, Melaleuca cajuputi, Melaleuca calothamnoides, Melaleuca calycina, Melaleuca calyptroides, Melaleuca campanae, Melaleuca camptoclada, Melaleuca capitata, Melaleuca cardiophylla, Melaleuca carrii, Melaleuca cheelii, Melaleuca ciliosa, Melaleuca citrina, Melaleuca citrolens, Melaleuca clarksonii, Melaleuca clavifolia, Melaleuca cliffortioides,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-123804: Based on the initial data import
John Carrick (1914-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrick' in the authors string.