Botanical name: Melaleuca leucadendra    Family: Myrtaceae (Bottlebrush family)
Synonyms: Cajuputi leucadendron, Melaleuca leucadendron

The name of Cajuput Tree is derived from the Malay word Kayuputi - meaning "white wood". The botanical species name also comes from from the Greek leukos (white) and dendron (tree). The tree has a long flexible trunk with irregular ascending branches, covered with a pale thick, lamellated bark it is soft and spongy and from time to time throws off its outer layer in flakes; leaves entire, linear, lanceolate, ash colour, alternate on short foot-stalks. White stalkless flowers occur on long spikes, reminiscent of bottle-brush. The leaves have a very aromatic odour and the oil is distilled from the fresh leaves and twigs, and is volatile and stimulating with an aroma like camphor, rosemary, or cardamom seeds.
Medicinal uses: Traditionally, the leaves of this plant have been used for healing skin cuts, burns and infections. Recent studies have revealed its antifungal property, making it an important ingredient in treating scalp infections like dandruff. Cajuput Oil is also helpful in treating respiratory problems.

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