Tea Tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Myrtaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Melaleuca alternifolia, commonly known as Tea Tree, is a small tree native to Australia known for its essential oil with antimicrobial properties.