Trees

Melaleuca ericifolia
​             Swamp Paperbark
Descriptor
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

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