Melaleuca leucadendra 'Broad Leaf'
Broad Leaf Melaleuca
The Melaleuca leucadendra 'Broad Leaf', or Broad Leaf Melaleuca, is a robust evergreen tree native to Australia, renowned for its striking, papery white bark and broad, glossy green leaves. Growing up to 10 to 15 metres, it produces fluffy, cream to white bottlebrush-like flowers in spring and summer, creating a beautiful contrast against its foliage. Its dense canopy provides excellent shade, making it an ideal feature tree or windbreak in large landscapes.
Hardy and adaptable, this tree thrives in wet and coastal areas, offering ornamental beauty and environmental benefits.
Specifications
- Height10 to 15 metres
- Width6 to 10 metres
- Native toNorthern Australia
- FoliageBroad, glossy green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate to fast
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained to moist soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterModerate to high; thrives in moist or wet conditions
- ClimateThrives in tropical, subtropical, and coastal regions
Additional Features
- FlowersFluffy, cream to white bottlebrush-like blooms in spring and summer
- BarkSoft, papery white bark, adding year-round ornamental interest
- UsesIdeal for feature planting, windbreaks, shade trees, or wetland plantings
- SpacingPlant 6 to 10 metres apart for individual impact or grouped plantings
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; shape lightly if necessary
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and resilient with proper care
- Environmental BenefitsProvides habitat for birds and pollinators, supports wetland ecosystems
- Salt ToleranceWell-suited for coastal and saline environments
The Broad Leaf Melaleuca is a striking and versatile tree, perfect for adding shade, structure, and ecological value to large gardens, wetlands, and coastal landscapes.
Project pedigree: This species has stood in Ornatec's drought, salt and frost tolerance palette since the 1990s. Read the tolerance catalogue record.
Available Sizes
- Mature height3.5 to 8.0 m
- Canopy spread1.5 to 3.5 m
- Trunk caliper70 to 150 mm
Supplied as advanced, project-grade specimens. Sizes above are the working supply range and are confirmed against your plant schedule. Proven for Middle East coastal projects.