{"product_id":"melaleuca-trichostachya-narrow-leaved-paperbark","title":"Melaleuca trichostachya - Narrow leaved Paperbark","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMelaleuca trichostachya\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the Narrow-leaved Paperbark, is a hardy, medium-sized evergreen tree or shrub native to northern Australia. Known for its distinctive papery bark, narrow, linear leaves, and creamy-white flower spikes, this tree is well-adapted to tropical and subtropical climates. It typically grows to 8–15 meters tall and is commonly found in wetlands, along watercourses, or in flood-prone areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resilient species is often used for erosion control, shade, and ornamental purposes in landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8–15 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4–8 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Northern Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Narrow, linear, light green leaves; evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers well-drained to waterlogged soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, or clay soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate to high; tolerates periodic flooding and waterlogged conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Creamy-white, bottlebrush-like flower spikes that bloom in spring and summer, attracting pollinators like bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Distinctive, peeling, papery bark that adds textural interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for erosion control, shade, windbreaks, and ornamental planting in wetlands or low-lying areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant 4–6 meters apart for individual growth or windbreaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires minimal care; prune to shape or remove deadwood if necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Resilient to pests and diseases with basic care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stabilizes soils, provides habitat for wildlife, and supports wetland ecosystems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Narrow-leaved Paperbark is a versatile and resilient tree, perfect for adding beauty and ecological value to tropical and subtropical landscapes. Its adaptability to wet conditions makes it an excellent choice for challenging environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"orn-pedigree\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species has stood in Ornatec's drought, salt and frost tolerance palette since the 1990s. \u003ca href=\"\/ar\/blogs\/archive\/the-drought-salt-and-frost-catalogue-a-tolerance-first-palette\"\u003eRead the tolerance catalogue record\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ornatec International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44434629722308,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/0493\/5108\/files\/dreamstime_m_322230066.jpg?v=1734518623","url":"https:\/\/ornatecinternational.com\/ar\/products\/melaleuca-trichostachya-narrow-leaved-paperbark","provider":"Ornatec International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}