Paperbark, Hairy Honey-myrtle
Melaleuca lasiandra

Family: Myrtaceae

What it is like

A medium sized tree. It grows from 0.6-5 m high. The crown is rounded. The bark is hard and fibrous. The young growth is covered with silky hairs. The leaves are 2-6 cm long by 0.6-0.8 cm wide. They are sword shaped and alternate. The flower heads are at the ends of branches. They are 2-8 cm long and 1-1.5 cm wide. The petals are 0.2 cm long and hairy. The capsule is 0.2-0.3 cm across. It is cup shaped.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in moist woodland and near streams. It needs a sunny position.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Flower nectar

How it is grown

Plants are grown from seed.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Melaleuca loguei W. Fitg.;