Paperbark

Melaleuca quinquenervia

In the United States: Invasive · also called punk tree, cajeput tree

Listed as invasive. Check local regulations — several jurisdictions restrict planting.

Honeybees forage on broad-leaved paperbark for abundant nectar and pollen, supporting major honey flows where it grows. Peak blooming occurs in spring, with potential for multiple flowering periods annually. Highly invasive in wetland ecosystems outside its native range — beekeepers should verify restrictions and avoid introducing it to at-risk habitats.

Nectar	high
Pollen	high
Bloom (US)	March–May
Type	Perennial
Sun	full