Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arcana
ID:
240077

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.T.Blake

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Contr. Queensland Herb. 1: 54 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239409

Common Names

  • Melaleuca arcana
  • Arcana Paperbark
  • Arcana Tea Tree

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Synonyms

  • Melaleuca leucadendra ruscifolia Cheel [unknown]

Description

Melaleuca arcana (also called Arcana Melaleuca, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with narrow, linear leaves and white flowers. It is native to India and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca arcana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used for firewood and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melaleuca arcana is a white, fluffy ball with a yellow centre. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca arcana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Melaleuca arcana

Melaleuca arcana can be found in wet sclerophyll forests and heathlands in New South Wales, Australia.

Melaleuca arcana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca arcana?

Melaleuca arcana

What is the common name of Melaleuca arcana?

Corkwood

What is the natural habitat of Melaleuca arcana?

Moist and wet sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Melaleuca genus

Melaleuca acacioides, Melaleuca acuminata, Melaleuca adenostyla, Melaleuca adnata, Melaleuca aestuosa, Melaleuca agathosmoides, Melaleuca alsophila, Melaleuca alternifolia, Melaleuca amydra, Melaleuca apodocephala, Melaleuca apostiba, Melaleuca araucarioides, Melaleuca arcana, Melaleuca arenicola, Melaleuca argentea, Melaleuca armillaris, Melaleuca aspalathoides, Melaleuca barlowii, Melaleuca basicephala, Melaleuca beardii, Melaleuca biconvexa, Melaleuca bisulcata, Melaleuca blaeriifolia, Melaleuca boeophylla, Melaleuca borealis, Melaleuca bracteata, Melaleuca bracteosa, Melaleuca brevifolia, Melaleuca brevisepala, Melaleuca bromelioides, Melaleuca brongniartii, Melaleuca brophyi, Melaleuca buseana, Melaleuca caeca, Melaleuca cajuputi, Melaleuca calothamnoides, Melaleuca calycina, Melaleuca calyptroides, Melaleuca campanae, Melaleuca camptoclada, Melaleuca capitata, Melaleuca cardiophylla, Melaleuca carrii, Melaleuca cheelii, Melaleuca ciliosa, Melaleuca citrina, Melaleuca citrolens, Melaleuca clarksonii, Melaleuca clavifolia, Melaleuca cliffortioides,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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