Scientific Name: Melaleuca leucadendra
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Pronunciation:mel-ah-LEW-cah
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Common Name:Weeping paperbark
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Derivation:Melaleuca: Gr. melanos, black. Gr. leucos, white. The first species described is said to have had white branches against a black (burnt) trunk.
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Type:
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Status:Introduced
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Species List:W2, Bush food, Cranks Creek, Heritage Park,
Cultural Notes
TAKE CARE! Some information about bush foods and medicines may be anecdotal. Correct identification and preparation is essential:
Bush food: Flowers sucked for nectar or dunked in water for a sweet drink
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