Weeping Paperbark, Cajuput, Weeping Tea-tree
It is a tropical plant and prefers an open sunny position. It will also grow in subtropical and warm temperate regions. Moist loose soils are suitable. It often grows naturally along streams and on deep sandy soils. It is damaged by drought and frost. It can tolerate being occasionally flooded by seasonal rains. It suits hardiness zones 10-12.
Also known as:
Cadjeput, Cajaputi, Cajuputa, Cajuputte, Gelam, Kaiyappudai, Kayaputi, Kayu puteh, Med, Punkaringa, Samed, Samet, Smach, Weeping River Teatree
Synonyms
- Melaleuca cajaputi Roxb.
- Myrtus leucodendron L.
Edible Portion
- Nectar, Leaves - tea, Leaves - flavouring
Where does Weeping Paperbark grow?
Found in: Asia, Australia, Cambodia, East Africa, Guianas, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Pacific, Papua New Guinea, PNG, Sao Tome and Principe, SE Asia, Solomon Islands, Southern Africa, Suriname, Thailand, Vietnam, West Timor, Zimbabwe
Status: The nectar is sucked especially by children.
Growing Weeping Paperbark, Cajuput, Weeping Tea-tree
Cultivation: Plants are easily grown from seed. Seeds germinate easily and seedling grow rapidly. Plants can need support during the early stages if in exposed places. Plants respond to being well watered and to applied fertiliser.
Edible Uses: The leaves are used to flavour cooking. The fruit and leaves are used for tea. It is also the source of an essential oil. This is used to flavour candy, baked goods, relishes and drinks. The flower nectar can be used to make a sweet drink.
Production: It is fast growing. Flowering is April to September. Fruit are produced mainly May to October.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
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