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Melaleuca bracteata F.Muell.

Black tea-tree · Myrtaceae

Also known as Melaleuca daleana, Melaleuca genistifolia coriacea, Melaleuca glaucocalyx, Melaleuca monticola. Common names: Mock olive, River tea-tree.

Melaleuca bracteata, commonly known as the black tea-tree, river tea-tree or mock olive is a plant in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae and is endemic to northern Australia.

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About Black tea-tree

Melaleuca bracteata, commonly known as the black tea-tree, river tea-tree or mock olive is a plant in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae and is endemic to northern Australia. It usually occurs as a large shrub but under ideal conditions can grow into a tree up to 10 m (30 ft) tall. It is an adaptable species in cultivation and a number of cultivars have been developed.

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Growing & care

Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.
Native rangeNew South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia
ToxicityPets: Not documented · People: Not documented
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