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Melaleuca Quinquenervia

Tea Tree

Known as the paperbark tree or punk tree, is a species of tree native to Australia. The paperbark tree has been used for various purposes including in landscaping, as a source of essential oils, and in traditional medicine.

COMMON NAME

Broad-leaved paperbark, paperbark tea tree, punk tree or niaouli

FAMILY NAME

Myrtaceae

ACTIONS

Paperbark trees are an antibacterial, aromatic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and expectorant.

BENEFITS

The paperback tree has many benefits including its antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory properties, wound healing potential, respiratory benefits, and insect-repelling effects.

BENEFITS
Melaleuca quinquenervia, or the paperbark tree, has many medical benefits primarily through its essential oil. The oil possesses antibacterial and antifungal properties and can be used to treat infections and promote hygiene. Paperbark tree’s anti-inflammatory effects can help treat inflammatory conditions and aid in wound healing. It can also be inhaled for its respiratory benefits and used to repel insects to prevent insect bites.
USAGE
The paperbark tree can be utilized in various ways, primarily through its essential oil. The oil is commonly used topically addressing skin issues, insect bites, wounds, or fungal infections. Another popular use case is aromatherapy due to the paperback tree’s oils that can benefit the respiratory system. Paperbark tree’s antibacterial properties make it suitable for wound care, and the oil can be incorporated into hygiene products like soaps and shampoos, while the antimicrobial properties are used in massage oils and incorporated in homemade cleaning solutions.
MORE INFO
The paperbark tree (Melaleuca quinquenervia) has a rich history rooted in the cultural practices of Indigenous Australian Aboriginal people. Traditionally, the paperbark tree's bark was utilized for constructing shelters, crafting tools, and as a source of traditional medicine showcasing its versatile and practical qualities. The paperbark tree also held ceremonial significance in Indigenous cultures playing a role in rituals and ceremonies.