Tea Tree oil (Melaleuca oil) possesses over 92 different compounds and, as such, possesses almost endless ways it can be used for wellness. But what is Tea Tree oil? Tea Tree oil comes from the Melaleuca plant which hails from Australia, where it was a daily necessity for the ancient peoples there. The Bundjalung Aboriginal people from the coast of New South Wales would apply the leaves directly to the skin for a cooling effect. Over time, the knowledge of Melaleuca’s numerous benefits spread worldwide, leading up to it's popular use today.

Did you know that Melaleuca or Tea Tree oil is great for dealing with anything that has to do with getting rid of fungus on your plants? You can make a spray with it to mist your plants and soil. Use melaleuca essential oil on the stems more so than the leaves though, as it does cause the plants to be more sun-sensitive. So keep in mind that a thick application could cause burn on the leaves. . .