Melaleuca quinquenervia, commonly known as the broad-leaved paperbark, paper bark tea tree, punk tree or niaouli, is a small- to medium-sized tree of the myrtle family, Myrtaceae.

Paperbark tree, any of several small trees belonging to the genus Melaleuca, in the myrtle family (Myrtaceae), characterized by their whitish papery bark. They are native to Australia and nearby …

The almost rubbery, white bark that gives the paperbark tree its name is sponge-like and easily tears off the trunk in strips. The tree’s smooth, green leaves are linear in shape and are up to 1.5 inches (3.8 …

“M. quinquenervia is a native of the coastal region in eastern Australia, from near Sydney (New South Wales) to Cape York (northern Queensland). It occurs mainly in a belt within 40 km of the sea.

Dec 5, 2025 · Melaleuca, aka, punk or paperbark tree, was first introduced to Florida around 1886 as an ornamental, shade tree, and windbreak. There were over a dozen independent introductions …

Sep 1, 2022 · The Paperbark Tree is native to coastal areas of eastern Australia, New Guinea and New Caledonia. There, it grows primarily in swamps, wetlands, and estuaries, where the soil is often too …

Melaleuca quinquenervia (broad-leaved paperbark) is the most damaging of 60 exotic species introduced to the Florida Everglades to help drain low-lying swampy areas.

Paperbark maple is an iconic Chinese species. It’s admired for its luminous, copper-colored bark, compact structure, and stunning fall color. Despite the rarity of this tree in the wild, it has become a …

The paperbark tree can be used for windbreaks and may have a role in erosion control on degraded and poor soils. Its belowground effects include reduced levels of carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus...

Jan 26, 2025 · Paperbark trees are known for their striking, unique bark that peels away in layers. This distinctive feature adds visual interest to any landscape, making them a popular choice for gardeners …