Also known as Black Tea-Tree · Black Teatree · Bracteate Honey Myrtle
River Teatree (Melaleuca bracteata) is a fast-growing Australian native tree or shrub, known for its attractive weeping habit and creamy white flowers. Ideal for screenin
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Part Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and dense growth, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate to High
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water deeply when topsoil is dry.
Loam, Sandy, Clay
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures, but can tolerate light frost once established.
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding with a balanced fertilizer in spring is sufficient. Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
River Teatree thrives in consistently moist soil, especially during its establishment phase. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feel dry.
Reduce watering slightly in winter, but avoid letting the soil completely dry out. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Pruning can be done to shape the plant, remove dead or crossing branches, or control size.
Light pruning can be performed any time of year, but heavier pruning is best done in late spring or early summer after the main flush of growth. This encourages denser foliage.
Melaleuca bracteata can be propagated from seeds sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or autumn. Seeds may require scarification or stratification.
Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and placed in a well-draining medium.
Young plants may require repotting every 1-2 years, while mature specimens are less fussy. Repot in spring before new growth begins. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid over-potting.
Use a free-draining potting mix.
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Where River Teatree (Melaleuca bracteata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Genus | Melaleuca |
| Species | Melaleuca bracteata |
Similar in genus Melaleuca
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