Village Tree Trail
Have you discovered the new Village Tree Trail? Grab your map, then take a stroll to learn about some of our key tree species!
Melaleucas are the heart of Whiteman Park
The paperbarks, or Melaleuca species are one of the most significant group of trees within Whiteman Park.
These species are characterised by the papery-textured bark on their trunks and snowy flowers which are produced throughout the warmer months, often giving the effect of snow-capped trees!
The stout paperbark (Melaleuca preissiana) is the most commonly seen by visitors, as it can be spotted throughout the low-lying and dampland areas around the Village and Mussel Pool. The swamp paperbark (Melaleuca rhaphiophylla) is found in great numbers around Mussel Pool and Pia's Place, with just a a few individuals in the Village.
SPECIES PROFILE
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Scientific name | Melaleuca preissiana |
| Noongar name | modong or moonah |
| Common name | stout paperbark |
| Growth | shrub or tree, 2 - 9m |
| Flowers | yellow, cream, white November to December or January to February |
| Conservation status | Not threatened |
Pictured: the brilliant white 'fingers' of the modong in bloom
Florabase profile
SPECIES PROFILE
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Scientific name | Melaleuca rhaphiophylla |
| Noongar name | yowarl |
| Common name | swamp paperbark |
| Growth | tree or shrub, 0.2 - 10m |
| Flowers | white-cream July or September to December or January |
| Conservation status | Not threatened |
Pictured: the brilliant white 'fingers' of the modong in bloom
Florabase profile