Nice to see you back after couple of days,again with some other tree truely iam loving your blog,thank you so much.

hey Sir! Glad to see you again :)
It's really an honor for to participate in the Contest you are arranging to give benefits to minnows like me, it's really a great initiative,
I want to thank you from all the __Minnows__ Community :)
Before going further I want to __Salute__ you for your efforts.

# here is my take on this plant, I hope you'll love it.

__General Notes__
Utility Friendly Tree
Evergreen shrub to small tree with lemon scented leaves. Leaves can be used as a tea substitute. Leaves and stems contain essential oils used in candle and soap making.
Has fragrant Leaf.
__Native to Eastern Australia.__
__Family: Myrtaceae__
__Additional Common Names__
TEA TREE, LEMON-SCENTED TEA TREE

# Some ofTree Characteristics are:

* Oval or Rounded Shape.

* Has Evergreen foliage.

* Height: 10 - 20 feet.

* Width: 6 - 15 feet.

* Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Year.

* Longevity 50 to 150 years.

* Leaves Ovate, Light Green, No Change, Evergreen.

* Flowers Showy. White. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower).

* Brown Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall Wildlife use it.

* Bark Light Green or Light Gray, Fibrous or Rough.

* Shading Capacity Rated as Dense in Leaf.

* Litter Issue is Dry Fruit.

# Tree Site Conditions & Constraints

Sunset Zones 14 - 24.

USDA Hardiness Zones 9 - 11.

Exposure Full Sun to Partial Shade.

Moist to Dry and Well Drained Soil.

Drought tolerant.

Loam or Sand Texture.

Slightly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline Soil pH.

Seaside Tolerance is Good to Medium in Moderate Zone.

__Pests & Disease Information__
Susceptible to Chlorosis.

# Health, Safety & Environmental Concerns
Branch Strength Rated as Medium.

Root Damage Potential Rated as Low.

None Known Health Hazard.

Desirable Wildlife Plant.

Attracts Birds.

Not Deer Palatable.

Wildlife use Fruit.

__Special Uses & Values__
Screen.

Hedged.
# Some Images.

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-tea-tree-ro.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-tree-white-swan.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-tree-2.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-tree.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-leaves.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-leaves-2.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-flowers-white-swan.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-flowers.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-flowers-2.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-leaves-and-flowers.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-fruit-green.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-fruit.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-fruit-open.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-trunk.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/07/original/leptospermum-petersonii-bark.jpg


# Types
AFter searching i've found that plant is of three types, Information for the 1st Type is given above and other two parts  are given below.
__Leptospermum laevigatum which is also known as AUSTRALIAN TEA TREE__
# Description:

Australian Tea Tree is an attractive shrub or multi-trunked tree, becoming a graceful specimen when its lower branches are trimmed away to expose the picturesque trunks. The foliage is quite pleasing and used in bouquets. It is ideal for a temperate dry setting, where it usually attains less height, and it becomes quite durable after it becomes established. It may require regularly scheduled light top-trimming (but not necessarily shearing) of vigorous top shoots to maintain its height below 25'. Best near the coast.


# Additional Common Names
AUSTRALIAN TEA TREE, COASTAL TEA TREE

# Tree Characteristics

* Spreading or Weeping with a Low Canopy.

* Oval, Rounded or Umbrella Shape.

* Has Evergreen foliage.

* Height: 10 - 30 feet.

* Width: 10 - 30 feet.

* Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Year.

* Longevity 50 to 150 years.

* Leaves Oval, Gray Green or Medium Green, No Change, Evergreen.

* Flowers Showy. White. Flowers in Spring. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower).

* Brown Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.

* Bark Light Green or Light Gray, Exfoliating or Smooth.

* Shading Capacity Rated as Dense in Leaf.

* Litter Issue is Dry Fruit.

# Tree Site Conditions & Constraints

Sunset Zones 14 - 24; H1, H2.

USDA Hardiness Zones 9 - 11.

Exposure Full Sun to Partial Shade.

Moist to Dry and Well Drained Soil.

Drought tolerant.

Loam or Sand Texture.

Slightly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline Soil pH.

Salinity Tolerance is Good Inland and on Coast.

Seaside Tolerance is Good in Moderate Zone.

# Pests & Disease Information
Susceptible to Chlorosis, Oak Root Rot and Root Rot.

# Health, Safety & Environmental Concerns
Branch Strength Rated as Strong.

Root Damage Potential Rated as Low.

None Known Health Hazard.

Attracts Birds and Bees.

Not Deer Palatable.

# Special Uses & Values

Screen.

Hedged.

# images

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-tree.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-foliage.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-leaves-close-up.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-leaves.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-leaves-and-flowers.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-fruit.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-fruit-green.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-bark.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/0800/06/original/leptospermum-laevigatum-bark-2.jpg

# Last but not the least is Leptospermum scoparium which is also known as NEW ZEALAND TEA TREE

__General Notes
Utility Friendly Tree

Small and compact. Rarely in tree form. Many varieties are sold as garden plants.

Native to New Zealand and South Eastern Australia.

__Family: Myrtaceae__

# Additional Common Names
NEW ZEALAND TEA TREE, MANUKA

# Tree Characteristics

* Spreading with a Low Canopy.

* Oval, Rounded or Umbrella Shape.

* Has Evergreen foliage.

* Height: 10 feet.

* Width: 10 feet.

* Growth Rate: 24 Inches per Year.

* Longevity 50 to 150 years.

* Leaves Lanceolate to Linear, Medium to Dark Green, No Change, Evergreen.

* Flowers Showy. White, Pink or Red. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower).

* Brown Capsule, Small (0.25 - 0.50 inches), fruiting in Fall.

* Bark Light Green or Light Gray or Brown, Exfoliating or Scaly.

* Shading Capacity Rated as Dense in Leaf.

* Litter Issue is Dry Fruit.

#Tree Site Conditions & Constraints

Sunset Zones 14 - 24; H1, H2.

USDA Hardiness Zones 9 - 10.

Exposure Full Sun to Partial Shade.

Moist to Dry and Well Drained Soil.

Drought tolerant.

Loam or Sand Texture.

Slightly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline Soil pH.

Salinity Tolerance is Good Inland and on Coast.

Seaside Tolerance is Good in Moderate Zone.

# Health, Safety & Environmental Concerns

Branch Strength Rated as Strong.

Root Damage Potential Rated as Low.

None Known Health Hazard.

Attracts Birds and Bees.

Not Deer Palatable.

# Special Uses & Values
Container.

# Images

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-tree-3.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-tree.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-tree-2.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-leaves.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-leaves-2.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-flowers.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-flowers-2.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-fruit.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-bark.jpg

https://selectree.calpoly.edu/images/1400/96/original/leptospermum-scoparium-bark-2.jpg


# If you found any mistake do correct me @ctrl-alt-nwo :)

# i hope you'll love my effort,

[Source](https://selectree.calpoly.edu/tree-detail/leptospermum-petersonii)

Lemon Scented Tea Tree Oil has all the highly effective antiseptic, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties associated with tea tree oil itself but with a tangy and refreshing lemon fragrance.

They do not actually come from the same plant; true tea tree oil is Melaleuca Alternifolia, whilst lemon scented tea tree oil is Leptospermum Petersonnii. Both are related and grow in the same part of the world, namely Australia and New Zealand but their oil contents are different:

Lemon tea tree contains Citral and Citronellal. Citral is a pale yellow liquid with strong lemon odour used in perfumes and flavourings. Citronellal is an aldehyde, also with distinctive lemon scent.
Thanks for the essential post sir @ctrl-alt-nwo ![U5dqoTN1gZaLKRKkorGzfacViB7MvLq_1680x8400.jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmdV8UpAVjBKbkKg7dBA87VnGkNN1TZaADdDaJwkLK9tvJ/U5dqoTN1gZaLKRKkorGzfacViB7MvLq_1680x8400.jpeg)

This is my first ever comment for any post of sir @ctrl-alt-nwo . We minnows are so blessed that people like you are really serving this community and keeping it on the right track. You're indeed spreading positivity.

<b>About Lemon-scented Tea Tree</b>

Lemon-scented Tea Tree is an evergreen shrub that grows to 4m. Also known as Leptospermum citratum, Lemon-scented Tea Tree is native to Northern New South Wales and Queensland (Australia) and flowers from June to July. The Lemon-scented Tea Tree oil is contained in the scented flowers and twigs, from which the essential oil is harvested and used in natural skin care products.


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![LeptospermPetrsoniiCu420.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmbwgvnGe2Z7ux4KDFyTyGxL1yAEpTjcxXv9admZcALDbd/LeptospermPetrsoniiCu420.jpg)

![photo.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmcE9szBGyf8HeE5FUtko7RLyojGeXviwhW6n5Wv6SB9E7/photo.jpg)

(https://steemitimages.com/DQmcfwxx51BzFhotgrMwTThFgdUYCSTgyn1mFmbjCSNWg14/LemST-75_thumbnail.jpg)


<b>Medical usage: </b>

The Lemon Scented Tea Tree has similar medicinal characteristics to the ordinary Tea Tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia) as an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and antiseptic.


Recent tests with the Leptospermum Petersonii has found the bacterial killing action to be more effective against Staphylococcus auereus, Candida albicans and Aspergillas niger than the Alternifolia.

The Leptospermum Petersonii Oil has a high citral content which gives it a pleasant lemon scent, however this could cause irritation in sensitive skins.

Lemon Scented Tea Tree also contains the insect repellants Citronellal, Citronellol and Geraniol.

![Lemon-Tea-Tree-and-leaves-Copy.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmc7MiFqeYGEdgPEiKNWJBXPxwWKcoLv6J9tmXhkqfnKV5/Lemon-Tea-Tree-and-leaves-Copy.jpg)


Lemon Scented Tea Tree Oil can be used in Aromatherapy as an immune system stimulant, particularly for colds and flu, for the digestive system (dyspepsia & colitis), and for the treatment of anxiety, stress, depression and nervous tension.

Used by our first nation's people for generations to boost immunity, lemon scented tea tree oil has also been used commercially for over 100 years.

In an oil burner, vaporiser, air freshener, potpourri, massage oil, soaps, creams and add to perfumes.  It clears and focuses the mind, assists concentration, is uplifting, relaxing, calming, a relief for mental stress, anti-depressive, aids happiness, removes bad room smells, calms noisy children.

It can be applied in the same way as Lemongrass oil for skin care and should always be used diluted.


<b>Note: All the pictures and information are taken from Google and some other sources.</b>


I hope you would like my efforts. Any mistake or suggestion would be welcomed. Keep up your exceptional work and Stay Blessed!

Very interesting post @ ctrl-alt-nwo
I also have flowers

![IMG_20180128_180017_HDR.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmT6eihhDDA41qjuGzuVBdGyTw5YSMofAjUoEpbWZTzh32/IMG_20180128_180017_HDR.jpg)

Leptospermum petersonii or the Lemon Scented Tea Tree is a vigorous, fast growing, tall shrub with handsome foliage that is intensely aromatic (lemon).

The soft, pendulous branches bear long, slender leaves that start coppery, then turn green.

![LeptospermumPetersoniiECu700Main.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmW7AhMf8PT5opkEcqBm6yxjsaW16bPCPMDz7Y677Won7e/LeptospermumPetersoniiECu700Main.jpg)

The small, white flowers are pretty but not very conspicuous and followed by woody capsules.

Although they prefer full sun they will grow in part shade but will tend to have a more open habit. They will tolerate mild drought and marginal frosts.

![leptospermum-petersonii-ws2Main.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmPR2DTV8wbqzyeWFJMosDFutovDC5hQAX7DCD9SdmDdrF/leptospermum-petersonii-ws2Main.jpg)

They are commonly seen in Australian gardens, either as an ornamental feature or as a screen or hedge. Their very fast growth making them ideal for quick screening in new housing areas.

They also attract birds to your garden.

Soil: Any light soil, providing it's well drained in a sunny location.
![images (3).jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmWqej2ssnTJzXM6bpMBdjCi1URWoNwwLGXqVp6t93w5uV/images%20(3).jpeg)
This is a plant for difficult soils - if nothing else will grow there, then Leptospermum petersonii probably will.

Maintenance: Avoid root disturbance.

Otherwise low maintenance ,apart from a trim now and again to keep it tidy and a light sprinkling of blood and bone (or a balance fertiliser for natives) once a year, in spring.

![images (1).jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmRJoxnAtzuGFGpUPpkx1CbRoVV4DjhdJdAeY9t6h9XxYx/images%20(1).jpeg)

Other Species: 80 others - mainly Australian, some NZ, and a couple from Malaysia. Note in particular L. scoparium which has deep pink flowers and bronze foliage.


Lemon Scented Tea Tree is a tall evergreen shrub to small tree, growing to a maximum of 5 metres that is fast growing and drought hardy.

It naturally occurs near sclerophyll forest or rainforest, on sandy or rocky escarpments, on the east coast of Australia. It has simple leaves, 20–40 mm long, with a distinctive lemony aroma. The flowers are white, followed by woody capsules.
![leptonspermum-petersonii-new-growthMain.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZPJLstHkE2pL3d2S2sqjs4Qu2bLQRpSXG6hAECWDFZQ8/leptonspermum-petersonii-new-growthMain.jpg)

Lemon Scented Tea Tree Oil has medicinal properties similar to Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) as an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and antiseptic. Its high citral content gives it a nice lemon scent. It also contains Citronellal, Citronellol and Geraniol making it an effective insect repellant.
![images.jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmc9tW3caWEpd5Xus5VqYUVBxQWSb9iyRHxcHTVHei3QZc/images.jpeg)
Its potency and pleasant scent makes this native plant a great essential oil in aromatherapy. But because of its high potency, only tiny amounts are necessary.

The oil is steam distilled from the leaves and twigs and is a clear colorless to yellow liquid
![images (2).jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmVBdT1bp5LW45bZJE8faUQsBcoHkC8NRLsLBGjhkt6r6T/images%20(2).jpeg)

![leptospermum-petersonii-tea-tree-ro.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmW8RxS6PhcPg9EqKxJcyGiXBDEvpMDUaXCFL9QCddAU8u/leptospermum-petersonii-tea-tree-ro.jpg)

**Scientific Name:**

Letospermum petersonii 

**Family:**

Myrtaceae

**Common Names:**

Lemon tea tree, lemon scented tea tree.

it's grows into a lovely spreading shape, and the slightest brush against the leaves does realease a strong lemon scent.

![leptospermum-petersonii-tree-white-swan.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmSso6UrozDHBH6GLmrPYpfPRrJkrh2fgHFS5YJXERnAVC/leptospermum-petersonii-tree-white-swan.jpg)

Lemon-Scented tea-tree (Leptuspermum petersonii) is regarded as a minor or potential environmental weed in Victoria and the Coastal districts of central and southern New south wales. For example, it is listed as a potential environmental weed or "sleeper weed" in Frankston City in southern Victoria. 

![leptospermum-petersonii-flowers-white-swan.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmYS3XoJ43SH7gHHaqSi8T4E1iDxhmuq3KvTTtz9udioWt/leptospermum-petersonii-flowers-white-swan.jpg)

This species grows naturally in the vicinity of wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest north from port Macquarie on the mid- north coast of New South Wales. It is  widely cultivated in other parts of Australia and has become naturalised in native vegetation near sydney and Melbourne. While this species is yet to have a significant impact, it is regarded as a potential environmental weed because the closly related coastal tea tree (Leptospurmum lavigatum) has become a serious environmental weed outside its native range in Australia. 

![leptospermum-petersonii-leaves.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmTNLpCcjLmGDJz3zi9ZeXqj4YN9jQPtTc5toXx7D6jYcZ/leptospermum-petersonii-leaves.jpg)

**Uses:**

Leaves are infused to make tea. Leaf oil is distlled and used externally as an antiseptic on a variety of skin conditions. Fast growing, hardy and ornamental, this shrub is used as a screen or windbreak. Leaves and stems contain essential oils used in candle and soap making.

![leptospermum-petersonii-flowers-2.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmb99FbBbg1cZDaMATNJqkFHpHapaNRc4kjJZUqqNYVJ8q/leptospermum-petersonii-flowers-2.jpg)

Attracts butterflies- nectar in the flowers provides a food source for butterflies. 

**Orgin:**

Wet Sclerophyll forests and rain forests of eastern Australia. 

![leptospermum-petersonii-fruit-green.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmYaVNzdCvMzVWDrd3famCDSnC6r6SZgq1rYwcsTq7rkAA/leptospermum-petersonii-fruit-green.jpg)

**Cultivation:**

Evergreen shrub to 5m with attractive copper toned new leaf growth. Grows in full or potential sun and tolerates moderate frosts, drought and wind.

![leptospermum-petersonii-fruit.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmSEhXM4dZdWP3nR5EqM5DevB21jE5Nmjv6RK3YPWDg5u3/leptospermum-petersonii-fruit.jpg)

**Natural Occurrence in Australia:**

Lemon Tea tee naturally occurrs in the south east of Queensland and northern New South wales. A great example of a wild lemon Tea tree stand is at Minyon Falls, in north east New South Wales. It can also be found at Mt Lindesay, springbrook, and Mt Timbeela, which is part of the Glasshouse Mountains.
Tipically like others Melaleuces, it can grow night in amongst wetlands and river courses.

![leptospermum-petersonii-fruit-open.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmWhrFyG8uesosjPxR3359jQPs2koVLhyUpP1HUP4pdn7C/leptospermum-petersonii-fruit-open.jpg)

![leptospermum-petersonii-trunk.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZeyUED7iX2rKsBrnaaXsPqgFKCwpb2cSdrMyByGFKwrH/leptospermum-petersonii-trunk.jpg)

**Lemon Tea Tree Essential Oil Benefits**

Clear and focus the mind, assist concentration, uplifting,   relaxing, calming, relief for mental stress, anti-depressive, aids happiness,  removes bad room smells, calms noisy children. 

![Lemon-Tea-Tree-and-leaves-Copy-400x1000.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmaxtwPyae5ttye3oEVmmheXBnxsaNReUzWScmGVfVasqn/Lemon-Tea-Tree-and-leaves-Copy-400x1000.jpg)

From a distance- like the house- the simple white flowers seem to dust the tree with light snow.

nice post @ctrl-alt-nwo

Wow @ctrl-alt-nwo how was the taste of the tea just after reading your post I'm excited to know the taste of the tea...... Please let me know waiting for your reply!!

So beautiful garden, thanks for sharing
Resteem
http://www.australianplantsonline.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/600x600/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/l/e/leptospermum-petersonii-lemon-scented-tea-tree-flower.jpg

Description: A small native evergreen tree with a rounded canopy. The foliage is lemon scented when crushed.

Flowering Time: Small white flowers that occur in summer and attract birds.

Uses: A good street tree under power lines due to its small size.

Height & Width: 5m x 3m.

http://www.knox.vic.gov.au/Page/Images/Leptospermum_petersonni.JPG


http://www.knox.vic.gov.au/Page/Images/Leptospermum_petersonni_flower_with_bee.jpg


![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmc9gScJWL2jfzqTPZZLU2cQc8oLXnz14W9Hw15uXcMWy3/image.png)

![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmev9pG1VijHhxXcKLxQAT1ikUX69iSQJ3zUccRV3tJLe5/image.png)

![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmfU9yxSw91GTq27q2Jn5tVzc2a4Uo6mma1X5sXsnvxmZr/image.png)

![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmWocjiCM7B2nJQzFhuJus93te882G9huLuy37L3TsJ3ji/image.png)

![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmNQYhungMM7BmQsYkYhoYBUJBMn86djV2nv8TbBkPhaUx/image.png)\


![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmNRw7mg5XBRp5iqSLdadwnaWGJSoodKEQuMij2X6fWQRa/image.png)


credit: Google image search
for text credit http://www.knox.vic.gov.au/Page/Page.aspx?Page_Id=4595

Another wonderful and interesting flower post by @ctrl-alt-nwo sir...

Leptospermum petersonii (or Leptospermum citratum), lemon-scented teatree is a tall shrub to small tree, growing to a maximum of 5 metres which is cultivated as an ornamental and for essential oils. It naturally occurs near sclerophyll forest or rainforest, on sandy or rocky escarpments, on the east coast of Australia. It has simple leaves, 20–40 mm long, with a distinctive lemony aroma. The flowers are white, followed by woody capsules. 

![20180315_230631.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmY3LDu2yTkT2KEkzTC4KmtgUrzLezK1jzbwRrzPLEXbH5/20180315_230631.jpg)

Leptospermum petersonii or the Lemon Scented Tea Tree is a vigorous, fast growing, tall shrub with handsome foliage that is intensely aromatic (lemon).

The soft, pendulous branches bear long, slender leaves that start coppery, then turn green.

The small, white flowers are pretty but not very conspicuous and followed by woody capsules.

Although they prefer full sun they will grow in part shade but will tend to have a more open habit. They will tolerate mild drought and marginal frosts.

![2.33.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmdSJmuwFPyFroNVYSLcjqVry5kBYt9xEi4xHGNZWndZK2/2.33.jpg)

They are commonly seen in Australian gardens, either as an ornamental feature or as a screen or hedge. Their very fast growth making them ideal for quick screening in new housing areas.

They also attract birds to your garden.

Soil: Any light soil, providing it's well drained in a sunny location.

This is a plant for difficult soils - if nothing else will grow there, then Leptospermum petersonii probably will.

![2.5.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmVMUBSq3R1aDbnfZ3XL37kNYaCbC3TsZAyVT4HDre98Ar/2.5.jpg)

Maintenance: Avoid root disturbance.

Otherwise low maintenance ,apart from a trim now and again to keep it tidy and a light sprinkling of blood and bone (or a balance fertiliser for natives) once a year, in spring.


Lemon scented Tea Trees will grow in any soil Wendy, acid or alkaline. They are well known for attracting bees and tea tree honey is a favourite of mine. As for the minimum rainfall, sorry we have no data on this. Suffice to say though that all shrubs require regular access to water to get established which generally takes around one year. You therefore have to be prepared to water them during this period. They are drought tolerant but not for long periods.. 

![2.1.jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmfXGWEGWBESgScHNDbi5Rh2Q412f1q7WvXMpjsZwoJF8J/2.1.jpeg)

Cultivation of Leptospermum
Most members of the genus make useful ornamentals and some are fine specimen plants with attractive foliage or bark as well as showy flowers. L. scoparium, a species that Tasmania shares with New Zealand, has produced many cultivars. These have usually arisen as chance seedlings from New Zealand stock and will not be dealt with in this treatment.

Some have originated in other countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom and Ireland. The potential for further breeding with other species such as L. sericeum, L. rotundifolium, L. spectabile and L. macrocarpum is excellent and would undoubtedly produce cultivars far superior than have yet been seen.

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Most tea-trees have showy flowers, often quite large and varying in colour from white, through pinks to red. Those with peeling bark reveal trunks in shades of shiny browns, greys or even pinks. Two species have highly aromatic, lemon-scented foliage, L. petersonii and L. liversidgei and others have pendulous branches which make them fine specimens.

Cultivation
Cultivation presents few problems as most adapt well to a variety of soil types. Full sun is preferred but many species will tolerate poor drainage and, in fact, some thrive in regularly inundated conditions. Tip pruning after flowering improves the vigour of most species and tends to avoid the woody appearance that may develop in some.

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Propagation
Propagation is easy from both seed and cuttings and cultivars must be reproduced by vegetative means if clonal properties are to be retained.

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Thanks for reading @ctrl-alt-nwo

DESCRIPTION
Leptospermum petersonii (Lemon Scented Tea Tree) - This is a fast-growing evergreen, open-branched shrub or small tree to 8-20 feet tall with small, narrow (1-2 inch long by up to 1/4 inch wide) pale green leaves. White flowers with green centers bloom in summer on arching, pendulous branches. The leaves, if crushed, give off a lemon scent. It has similar cultural requirements as L. laevigatum. Plant in full sun. It is drought tolerant. Protect from hot, dry winds. It will grow in seaside conditions. It is slightly frost-tender, taking temperatures down to about 25 degrees F.  This description is based on research and observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in our nursery garden and in other gardens that we have visited. We also try to incorporate comments received from others and appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or if they have additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Leptospermum petersonii.
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Habit and Cultural Information
Category: Tree
Family: Myrtaceae (Myrtles)
Origin: Australia (Australasia)
Evergreen: Yes
Red/Purple Foliage: Yes
Flower Color: White
Bloomtime: Spring/Summer
Fragrant Flowers: Yes
Height: 12-20 feet
Width: 8-12 feet
Exposure: Full Sun
Seaside: Yes
Summer Dry: Yes
Deer Tolerant: Yes
Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs
Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F

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Uses
Fantastic as a street tree because of its smaller growth and can also be used as an informal hedge because of its dense foliage. It also is a great bird attractant.

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Pests and diseases
Unfortunately, a large number of species are prone to a variety of pests. Probably the worst and most common is the webbing caterpillar, which feeds on the foliage of most of the smaller-leaf species, matting the leaves together with webbing and filling it with their droppings. This can cause complete defoliation in small plants and may even cause death. The easiest and safest means of control, if the problem is found early enough, is to remove the mass of grubs, webbing and frass with the fingers and squash it. If spraying is considered necessary, a systemic spray must be used, as contact sprays are mostly ineffective.

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Another prevalent pest is scale, which is usually associated with black smut causing an unsightly blackening of the foliage. The L. scoparium cultivars are particularly affected. Treatment is to spray with white oil when the crawling stage of the insect is mobile, usually in early spring. Later application should have an insecticide added to the white oil solution, to obtain effective control.

Borers may also attack tea-trees and their presence is made apparent by small piles of sawdust-like frass on the branch forks or near the base of the shrub. The safest method of control is to use a small syringe containing methylated spirits and squirt it into the hole made by the borer.

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wow Australian people can see this natural beauty around them this is spectacular great shot you have taken up and close :D

its name is super incredible and the scent looks interesting i can feel it hahah but thanks for sharing :)

**Lemon-scented Tea Tree Oil**
Lemon-scented Tea Tree is an evergreen shrub that grows to 4m. It is an evergreen native to Australia and flowers from June to July. The Lemon-scented Tea Tree oil is contained in the scented flowers and twigs, from which the essential oil is harvested and used in natural skin care products.
[source](http://www.wildcrafted.com.au/Lemon_sented_Tee_Tree.html)

google images:
http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/image/0005/297455/Lemon-scented-tea-tree.JPG
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gp7bis-y_us/VRQRQzBVyLI/AAAAAAAAi-Y/TjcPQYKfg68/s1600/Teatree%2B4.jpg

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The lemon Scented Tea Tree ( Leptospermum petersonii ) is a rounded shrub to 4 m high by 3 m across. Leaves are narrow-lanceolate, to 4 cm, and strongly lemon-scented. White flowers, 1.5 cm in diameter.

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**Cultivation**

Cultivation presents few problems as most adapt well to a variety of soil types. Full sun is preferred but many species will tolerate poor drainage and, in fact, some thrive in regularly inundated conditions. Tip pruning after flowering improves the vigour of most species and tends to avoid the woody appearance that may develop in some.

![LemonTeaTree.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmevzxyDmj57GXRBqb7itbrmdP7eXZbm15fznTGpZB8rES/LemonTeaTree.jpg)

**Propagation**

Propagation is easy from both seed and cuttings and cultivars must be reproduced by vegetative means if clonal properties are to be retained.

![062_2.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmatQo5fgtHMreXszNAvZgJ6iwt6f2UmWiefBCTi6KtSMZ/062_2.jpg)

**Pests and diseases**

Probably the worst and most common pest is the webbing caterpillar, which feeds on the foliage of most of the smaller-leaf species, matting the leaves together with webbing and filling it with their droppings. This can cause complete defoliation in small plants and may even cause death. The easiest and safest means of control, if the problem is found early enough, is to remove the mass of grubs, and webbing with the fingers and squash it. If spraying is considered necessary, a systemic spray must be used, as contact sprays are mostly ineffective.

Another prevalent pest is scale, which is usually associated with black smut causing an unsightly blackening of the foliage. 

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Borers may also attack tea-trees and their presence is made apparent by small piles of sawdust-like frass on the branch forks or near the base of the shrub. The safest method of control is to use a small syringe containing methylated spirits and squirt it into the hole made by the borer.

**Some common uses**

Leaves are infused to make tea. Leaf oil is distlled and used externally as an antiseptic on a variety of skin conditions. Fast growing, hardy and ornamental, this shrub is used as a screen or windbreak. Leaves and stems contain essential oils used in candle and soap making. The leaves are used to brew a strongly aromatic tea, or they can be added as a flavouring to china tea. They are strongly lemon-scented.
[source](https://www.google.com.pk/search?q=Leptospermum+petersonii&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj8wK3m8e7ZAhXDjKQKHabjAYkQ_AUICigB&biw=1366&bih=662)

Thank you @ctrl-alt-nwo for taking time to read it.

Leptospermum liversidgei, commonly known as lemon-scented tea-tree,swamp may, olive tea tree, or lemon teatree, is a shrub to 4 m found naturally growing in wet coastal heath in Eastern Australia. Leaves are 5–7 mm long, with a distinctive lemony aroma. The white or pink flowers are solitary, followed by a woody capsule.

wow that's so nice looks like they remain hidden in that so beautiful to explore and know about this plant

valueable post my friend nice to read it and know about a new plant i did not hear about this plant i just read it in your post or in comments you intro a new plant to mee thanks

does it smells great too i hope it will but anyways great information you shared on your blog so cool to see it

Small tree 10-20' with fine, lime green scented foliage and white flowers in early summer.
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 Hardy to most soils and situations. Tolerant of light frosts, extended dry periods and pruning. 
![leptospermum-petersonii_lemon-scented-tea-tree_little-lemon-scents-2.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmRp9BXVG6dtdiyw6MK7AZHukhwckUm6sR94jX8tkCYAr8/leptospermum-petersonii_lemon-scented-tea-tree_little-lemon-scents-2.jpg)
Great small tree for small gardens. Excellent screen, windbreak and hedge. 
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Leaves and stems contain essential oils used in candle and soap making. Leaves can be used as a tea substitute.
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Another wonderful and interesting post by @ctrl-alt-nwo sir...
1. Common Name: - Lemon Scented Tea tree
2. Botanical Name:- Leptospermum petersonii
3. Plant size:- 20 – 25cm
4. Pot size:- 50mm pot.
5. Max growth:-Approximately 3 – 7m high and 2 – 5m wide.

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Description:- 
This medium to tall shrub has aromatic leaves which have a strong lemon scent. This fantastic native produces masses of single white flowers through summer. The leaves and the stems both contain essential oils citronella and citral.

Uses:-..
The leaves can be used for pot pourri or herbal tea. Ideal for use as a hedge or screen as well as ornamental use.
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1. Position- Full Sun, Semi Shade
2. Garden Style- Native Garden
3.Hedging- Border Hedge, Tall Hedge, Privacy Screen, Wind break
4. FlowersBird attracting
5. Plant TypeNatives, Evergreen, Foliage Plants, Large Shrubs
6. Uses- Feature planting
7. Growth Rate -Fast

Wel done sir...
My hobby is garderning...I'm really like ur flower posts...

Amazing post again by @ctrl-alt-nwo sir...

Leptospermum petersonii (or Leptospermum citratum), lemon-scented teatree is a tall shrub to small tree, growing to a maximum of 5 metres which is cultivated as an ornamental and for essential oils. It naturally occurs near sclerophyll forest or rainforest, on sandy or rocky escarpments, on the east coast of Australia. It has simple leaves, 20–40 mm long, with a distinctive lemony aroma. The flowers are white, followed by woody capsules.
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Scientific classification...

1. Kingdom: - Plantae
2. Clade: - Angiosperms
3. Clade: - Eudicots
4. Clade: - Rosids
5. Order: - Myrtales
6. Family: - Myrtaceae
7. Genus: - Leptospermum
8. Species: - L. petersonii
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The leaves are distilled commercially for the essential oil which contains citronellal, citral, and pinene. It is grown in plantations in Kenya, Zaire, South Africa, Guatemala and Australia.

The leaf of lemon-scented teatree is also used as a flavouring ingredient in boutique tea blends with standard black tea, Camellia sinensis.

The essential oil from L.petersonii inhibits the pathological fungi Candida albicans and Aspergillus fumigatus.

It can be mistaken for Backhousia citriodora...

Lemon-scented teatree is well known as a garden plant, popular for its scent and attractiveness. It is fast growing and can be kept to shrub height by pruning. The ability to be pruned regularly also makes it well-suited for hedges, windbreaks and harvesting for distilled essential oils.

Leptospermum liversidgei is also called "lemon-scented teatree" due to the presence of lemony essential oils.

Wel done and perfect work sir...
Upvoted and resteemed...
Cheers~~~

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Thank you for giving very beautiful plant inroduction @ctrl-alt-nwo.Lemon tea tree is an evergreen shrub or a small tree growing up to 5 metres tall.The leaves are gathered from the wild for use as a tea and to extract an essential oil. The plant is sometimes grown as an ornamental. Found mainly in warm temperate to subtropical areas, the plant is also sometimes found in the tropics. Succeeds in almost any neutral or acid soil of good or reasonable quality, preferring a light sandy loam and full sun Prefers a position sheltered from hot or cold drying winds. Plants resent root disturbance and should be put out into their permanent. positions as soon as possible. Does not regenerate from old wood. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus.

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Details and images found from web.

@ctrl-alt-nwo..wow really a very nice garden looking beautiful.. thank you for sharing with us..

Lemon-smelling tree (Leptospermum petersonii). It's a very useful tree for life. There are so many benefits when we plant this tree in empty and abandoned lands.

 ![image](https://img.esteem.ws/alt9cp40l6.jpg)

[source](www.jkma-aceh.org)

In my village, Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia, many people planted oil palms. In fact, palm is not suitable to be planted on land near residential area. Because many palm trees suck water stored in the soil. Surely this will cause drought. Though water is the main source of life.

The government has never seriously addressed the problem of planting oil palm trees in residential areas. In fact, they are increasingly aggressive promotion to many investors from abroad.

 ![image](https://img.esteem.ws/ggzfub3hl0.jpg)

[source](www.harian.analisadaily.com)

Jokowi, the president of Indonesian, inaugurated the rejuvenation of oil palm trees.

https://harian.analisadaily.com/mobile/sumut/news/presiden-kebun-sawit-indonesia-harus-diremajakan/459903/2017/11/28



This is the wrong policy. The newly opened oil fields should be far from the settlement.
This error should be stopped immediately. One way is to share with the government and my villagers the lemon-lined tree tree (Leptospermum petersonii), which can replace palm trees to cope with drought.

The lemon-laced tree (Leptospermum petersonii) will also help my villagers to open new jobs. Because the lemon-laced tree (Leptospermum petersonii) can be processed into a variety of processed products that can make money, such as reviews from ...

Thank you @ctrl-alt-nwo for sharing. Your article is very useful to overcome the drought in my village, for planting palm trees.
The solution of the drought is by planting lemon-lined tree (Leptospermum petersonii).

Other Common Names;
Lemon Scented Tea Tree.

Natural Occurrence in Australia                                                                                                                                                                                                            
Lemon Tea Tree naturally occurs in the south east of Queensland and northern New South Wales. A great example of a wild Lemon Tea Tree stand is at Minyon Falls, in north east New South Wales. It can also be found at Mt Lindesay, Springbrook and Mt Timbeela, which is part of the Glasshouse Mountains.![lemon-scented-tea-tree.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmNvwoFxz3WzbnFYjGJfUZL2knTYizveujFZZG2PT43f9x/lemon-scented-tea-tree.jpg)

Lemon Tea Tree grows to a maximum height to 6 metres in the wild.

Typically like other Melaleucas, it can grow right in amongst wetlands and river courses.

Characteristics of Lemon Tea Tree Essential Oil
Clear to yellow colour, watery, scent citrus, lemon fresh.

Extraction and Farming Method of Lemon Tea Tree essential oil
Lemon Tea Tree essential oil is extracted via steam distillation of the middle and upper stem, branchlets and leaves. Lemon Tea Tree is grown in plantations in north east New South Wales.

Lemon Tea Tree plantation trees are planted in rows, are kept to a maximum height of 2 metres, they are machine harvested and are then steam distilled immediately to maintain quality.![Tea-Tree-Lemon-Essential-Oil-100-Australia-Leptospermum-petersonii-Woody-Scent-100-ml-3-13-Fl-Oz-Premium-Grade-Beauty.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZpjw7k1ZnuEmV8EyHEGJxoZKjR97pZVXNbJ1EsmGhXoe/Tea-Tree-Lemon-Essential-Oil-100-Australia-Leptospermum-petersonii-Woody-Scent-100-ml-3-13-Fl-Oz-Premium-Grade-Beauty.jpg)

History – Lemon Tea Tree
Traditional Usage

Traditional usage did include using the leaves for infections and for troubled skin conditions.

Early European Usage

Lemon Tea Tree, is too small to be used for timber. Eg woodwork or firewood, it was not exploited during the two World Wars for any essence needs, like Lemon Myrtle and Anise Myrtle.

Present Day Usage

At present the Lemon Tea Tree essential oil is obtained from plantations in northern New South Wales, the essential oil is used by aromatherapists and the oil is included in insect repellent formulations.

Typical Chemical Profile of Lemon Tea Tree Essential Oil                                                            

alpha pinene                                                       1.0%
beta-pinene                                                         0.3%
myrcene                                                              1.5%
limonene                                                              0.2%
1,8 cineole                                                           0.9%
linalool                                                                 2.0%
citronellal                                                          24.5%
geraniol                                                               3.0%
neral                                                                  22.0%
geranial                                                             21.0%![Lemon Scented Tea Tree.1.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmRubsuf9z8eBUagCR4uaSKcWRECEUzfRvwCDYwGuomKc5/Lemon%20Scented%20Tea%20Tree.1.jpg)
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Leptospermum petersonii (or Leptospermum citratum), lemon-scented teatree is a tall shrub to small tree, growing to a maximum of 5 metres which is cultivated as an ornamental and for essential oils. It naturally occurs near sclerophyll forest or rainforest, on sandy or rocky escarpments, on the east coast of Australia. It has simple leaves, 20–40 mm long, with a distinctive lemony aroma. The flowers are white, followed by woody capsules.

Leptospermum petersonii
Scientific classification e
Kingdom:
Plantae
Clade:
Angiosperms
Clade:
Eudicots
Clade:
Rosids
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Myrtaceae
Genus:
Leptospermum
Species:
L. petersonii
Binomial name
Leptospermum petersonii
Bailey

Uses;
the leaves are distilled commercially for the essential oil ![leptospermum_petersonii-GLENN.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmcjgiN7YPV4WSGNrph98DN4duw9z5paocKrs1K7TAYZnS/leptospermum_petersonii-GLENN.jpg) contains citronellal, citral, and pinene. It is grown in plantations in Kenya, Zaire, South Africa, Guatemala and Australia.
![Tea-Tree-Lemon-Essential-Oil-100-Australia-Leptospermum-petersonii-Woody-Scent-100-ml-3-13-Fl-Oz-Premium-Grade-Beauty.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZpjw7k1ZnuEmV8EyHEGJxoZKjR97pZVXNbJ1EsmGhXoe/Tea-Tree-Lemon-Essential-Oil-100-Australia-Leptospermum-petersonii-Woody-Scent-100-ml-3-13-Fl-Oz-Premium-Grade-Beauty.jpg)
The leaf of lemon-scented teatree is also used as a flavouring ingredient in boutique tea blends with standard black tea, Camellia sinensis.

The essential oil from L.petersonii inhibits the pathological fungi Candida albicans and Aspergillus fumigatus.
It can be mistaken for Backhousia citriodora
Lemon-scented teatree is well known as a garden plant, popular for its scent and attractiveness. It is fast growing and can be kept to shrub height by pruning. The ability to be pruned regularly also makes it well-suited for hedges, windbreaks and harvesting for distilled essential oils.![Lemon Scented Tea Tree.1.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmRubsuf9z8eBUagCR4uaSKcWRECEUzfRvwCDYwGuomKc5/Lemon%20Scented%20Tea%20Tree.1.jpg)![leptospermum-petersonii-lemon-scented-tea-tree-flower.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQma2UqstgqdjUjwRzaknPxgwMpQnVUXufTmsXXjomNYioZ/leptospermum-petersonii-lemon-scented-tea-tree-flower.jpg)

wow this is really an awesome time seeing your post its wonderful to look at :)

This is really unique of the kind I've just been talking about and Oujda is producing healthy products which it's really very useful sir this is amazing

I was dazzled. @ctrl-alt-nwo 
![leptospermum-petersonii-lemon-scented-tea-tree-flower.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQma2UqstgqdjUjwRzaknPxgwMpQnVUXufTmsXXjomNYioZ/leptospermum-petersonii-lemon-scented-tea-tree-flower.jpg)
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One product that is extracted from this supernatural tree
![Tea-Tree-Lemon-Essential-Oil-100-Australia-Leptospermum-petersonii-Woody-Scent-100-ml-3-13-Fl-Oz-Premium-Grade-Beauty.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZpjw7k1ZnuEmV8EyHEGJxoZKjR97pZVXNbJ1EsmGhXoe/Tea-Tree-Lemon-Essential-Oil-100-Australia-Leptospermum-petersonii-Woody-Scent-100-ml-3-13-Fl-Oz-Premium-Grade-Beauty.jpg)

A beautiful Australian native tree with a shrubby habit.The new foliage is copper/bronze colour. It has many small white flowers that decorate the tree in early summer. The leaves when crushed have a beautiful citrus scent.

Family: Myrtaceae
Common Name: Lemon scented teatree
Mature Size (h x w): 5 x 3m
Form: Round
Genus: Leptospermum

Uses
Fantastic as a street tree because of its smaller growth and can also be used as an informal hedge because of its dense foliage. It also is a great bird attractant.

Position & Soil
Adaptable to most soils but prefers a well drained full sun position. Sites similar to coastal conditions are perfect. Its ideal for tough conditions ie. drought conditions or poor soil.


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Leptospermum is a plant in the form of a bush of Australian origin, with a subspecies of about 90 myrtle species (Myrtaceae). These boats, which usually range from 1 to 3 meters, have pink, white or red flowers. A special honey is produced from the lemon-scented tea tree (Leptospermum polygalifolium) flowers, a common type of this beautiful plant in Australia that attracts the nectar and the butterflies in its flowers. Maori, a native of New Zealand, used to treat this skin disease and wounds with this special baby. According to an investigation, 1750 milligrams of anti-bacterial compound "methylglucoside" was found in 1 kg of the plant, but this substance became ineffective during honey production.

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Since the leaves containing vitamin C were consumed as tea by the first Australian immigrants, they also called him "New Zealand tea tree" in his homeland. Leptospermum also used acrid herb tea as an antibacterial drug at the same time. Lacin should not be confused with the Indian burrows (Melaleuca alternifolia), which is also Australian-origin and commonly used in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical sectors and known as "tea tree".

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Leptospermum is also used in horticulture as a popular hedge plant. Leptospermum was also a suitable plant for the bonsai technique. L. lanigerum, L. liversidgei, L. polygalifolium, L. rupestre and L. scoparium were the most prevalent species, both resistant to cold and drought, and did not plow their leaves in winter. It is worth remembering that this plant, made of steel and seed, is a warm climate plant. If you want to give her a place in your garden, you should find a corner with plenty of sun, good drainage and no lime calcareous.

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A beautiful Australian native tree with a shrubby habit.The new foliage is copper/bronze colour. It has many small white flowers that decorate the tree in early summer. The leaves when crushed have a beautiful citrus scent.

***Family: Myrtaceae***
Common Name: Lemon scented teatree
Mature Size (h x w): 5 x 3m
Form: Round
Genus: Leptospermum
Uses
Fantastic as a street tree because of its smaller growth and can also be used as an informal hedge because of its dense foliage. It also is a great bird attractant.

**Position & Soil**
Adaptable to most soils but prefers a well drained full sun position. Sites similar to coastal conditions are perfect. Its ideal for tough conditions ie. drought conditions or poor soil

**Categories**
**Bird Attracting**
These are tree selections with magnificent flowers and/or dense habitat for bird attraction.

**Coastal**
These trees are tolerant of the typically sandy conditions associated with living along the coast

**Evergreen**
This symbol denotes a tree that retains its leaves, therefore is green, all year round

**Informal Screening**
A tree for an informal screen is one which is tall enough to block views but is left to grow in its natural form. These trees offer a more casual look.
**Native**
This selection of trees are indigenous to Australia and unique to our climatic conditions. Most of the trees we grow are suitable for the south eastern parts of Australia.

**Substitutes**

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**Leptospermum laevigatum**
This is a large, bushy shrub or can also grow into a low lying tree with twisted branches. The grey-green,…


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**Leptospermum obovatum 'Starry Night'**
A versatile, fast growing shrub with fine, deep purple foliage forming a graceful, weeping habit with it's purple-pink new growth.
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Source: Google

While searching on Google i found that Leptospermum petersonii  lemon-scented tea tree is a tall shrub to small tree and  grows upto 5 metres.  It is very beautiful Australian native tree with a shrubby habit.

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Beautiful. Never had seen tea tree before.

Hello dear friend @ctrl-alt-nwo. Everyone was waiting for your new blog anxiously. You always spread positivity towards common people through NATURE. 
Today's blog is about a very interesting and useful plant named:  
**lemon-scented (Leptospermum petersonii)**

### A Brief Introduction:

Leptospermum petersonii, lemon-scented Tea Tree is a tall shrub to small tree, growing to a maximum of 5 metres which is cultivated as an ornamental and for essential oils. It naturally occurs near sclerophyll forest or rainforest, on sandy or rocky escarpments, on the east coast of Australia. It has simple leaves, 20–40 mm long, with a distinctive lemony aroma. The flowers are white, followed by woody capsules.
The leaves are distilled commercially for the essential oil which contains citronellal, citral, and pinene. It is grown in plantations in Kenya, Zaire, South Africa, Guatemala and Australia. The leaf of lemon-scented Tea Tree is also used as a flavoring ingredient in boutique tea blends with standard black tea, Camellia sinensis.

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Lemon-Scented Tea Tree Essential Oil Profile
This unique organic oil from the pungent lemon-scented tea tree plant boasts the same wide use as more traditional medicinal tea tree oil. Grown on the coasts of South Africa, this pure tea tree is infused with the diversity of that enchanted landscape, having a refreshing, citronella-like fragrance. It mixes well with other tea tree essential oils and is effective in reducing their strongly medicinal aromas.
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How to Use Lemon-Scented Tea Tree Essential Oil
There are a wide variety of uses for tea tree oil, which is particularly excellent for bringing comfort in the challenging winter months.

Facial Steam: Add 1-5 drops to a bowl of steaming hot water, cover head and bowl with a towel and steam face. Excellent to open the breath and enhance skin health.
In the Diffuser: Diffuse tea tree alone or with eucalyptus and lavender as needed throughout the day, especially when the children have brought home runny noses from school.
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Other ways to use Lemon-Scented Tea Tree Essential Oil
As a Compress: To promote healthy skin tissue, use tea tree oil in a compress. Put 10 drops of tea tree oil in 4 oz of water, soak a cloth in the water and wrap on needed area.
Scalp Health: Tea tree essential oil has great benefits as a scalp cleanser. Pure tea tree oil can be irritating to the skin when applied directly, so add a few drops to your favorite shampoo.
Fresh Mouth: Diluted in water, pure and natural tea tree oil can be used as a mouthwash to enhance mouth health. Add 2 drops of tea tree essential oil in 2 oz of water and gargle.
Clean House: There are many uses of tea tree oil to enhance home cleanliness. The essential oil of tea tree can also be added to your household cleansers to amplify their purifying action or can be used directly for a more powerful effect.
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Interesting Lemon-Scented Tea Tree Essential Oil Information
Used in aboriginal Australian tribes for generations to boost immunity, tea tree oil has also been used commercially for over 100 years. Organic tea tree oil is one of the most extensively researched of all the essential oils.
Hope this information will help people :) 
#Source : Google

A wonderful Australian local tree with a shrubby habit.The new foliage is copper/bronze shading. It has numerous little white blooms that improve the tree in late-spring. The leaves when squashed have a delightful citrus aroma. 

Family: Myrtaceae 

Basic Name: Lemon scented teatree 

Develop Size (h x w): 5 x 3m 

Shape: Round 

Family: Leptospermum 

Employments 

Awesome as a road tree as a result of its littler development and can likewise be utilized as a casual fence in light of its thick foliage. It likewise is an extraordinary winged animal attractant. 

Position and Soil 

Versatile to most soils yet inclines toward a very much depleted full sun position. Locales like beach front conditions are great. Its optimal for extreme conditions ie. dry season conditions or poor soil 

Classifications 

Flying creature Attracting 

These are tree determinations with brilliant blossoms as well as thick living space for feathered creature fascination. 

Seaside 

These trees are tolerant of the regularly sandy conditions related with living along the drift 

Evergreen 

This image indicates a tree that holds its leaves, accordingly is green, lasting through the year 

Casual Screening 

A tree for a casual screen is one which is sufficiently tall to square perspectives however is left to develop in its common frame. These trees offer a more easygoing look. 

Local 

This determination of trees are indigenous to Australia and remarkable to our climatic conditions. A large portion of the trees we develop are appropriate for the south eastern parts of Australia.

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