Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
williamsii
ID:
809826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 474 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809160

Common Names

  • Melaleuca williamsii
  • Williams' Paperbark
  • Willow Tea-tree

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Description

Melaleuca williamsii (also called Williams' paperbark, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is a small, evergreen tree with ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca williamsii is used in aromatherapy and as an insect repellent. It is also used in the production of essential oils, which are used in perfumes, soaps, and other products. The leaves of this plant can also be used as a tea, which has a number of medicinal benefits.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Melaleuca williamsii sub. fletcheri Craven
Melaleuca williamsii sub. synoriensis Craven
Melaleuca williamsii sub. williamsii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Melaleuca williamsii are white, with a yellow centre, and are arranged in spikes. The seeds are small, winged capsules, and the seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca williamsii is a small shrub that can grow up to 2 m in height. It is native to Western Australia and is found in sandy soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Melaleuca williamsii

Melaleuca williamsii is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

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,