Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Tea Tree
Tea Tree oil comes from the roots of the Melaleuca alternifolia tree. It has a fresh, medicinal scent. It has anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal effects.

- Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)
PropertiesEdit
ImmunologicalEdit
Helps fight colds, flu and fungal infections.
RespiratoryEdit
Alleviates asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis and coughs.
UrologicalEdit
Alleviates cystitis, vaginal thrush and urinary tract infections.
CautionEdit
- Tea tree oil may irritate the skin.