Tea tree | Medicinal plant in the Akhdar encyclopedia
It is used topically for certain skin conditions and superficial fungal infections. Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
tea tree
Latin name
Melaleuca alternifolia
Common names
tea tree
foreign names
Melaleuca alternifolia
The group
Myrtaceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
Australia
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Myrtaceae family, the scientific name Melaleuca alternifolia is used as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
Topical leaf oil
chemical components
Terpene-4-ol
Properties and medical uses
It is used topically for certain skin conditions and superficial fungal infections.
Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations of the leaf oil may be available topically as a tea, powder, or standardized extract, depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary drastically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
Toxic if swallowed and may cause skin irritation; dilute before use.
Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
Australia
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and species requirements of Melaleuca alternifolia are taken into account, with the acquisition of botanically certified propagation material and avoidance of collecting threatened wild species.
History and Heritage
Australia.
This traditional usage illustrates the historical context and does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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