Melaleuca ericifolia

Swamp paperbark

Dense or open upright suckering shrub or small tree. Papery bark. Plant covered in cream, short terminal flower spikes to 17mm long and more than 1cm wide. Small woody capsule. Small narrow leaves.

  • Cultural knowledge: Paperbark: paintings, wrapping for babies, blankets, bandages, roofing, oil from leaves- medicine, stem and root: clubs, nectar: drinks
  • Ecological role: Birds: general food and habitat, nectar for butterflies, frog habitat
  • Height: 4-9m
  • Width: 2-6m
  • Sun: Full sun to semi shade
  • Soil type:Moist to wet areas
  • Flowering time: October-November