The name comes from the Greek words leptos (λεπτός) meaning “thin”, “fine”, or “slender” and sperma (σπέρμα) meaning “seed”. This refers to the plant’s thin brown seeds. Cardwell The plant is named after the town of Cardwell in northern Queensland, Australia. Leptospermum flavescens ‘Cardwell’ is a large, evergreen shrub or small tree that is commonly known as a tea tree. It has the following characteristics: Flowers: The plant has small white flowers that bloom from late winter to late spring. The flowers are covered in the branches and look like snow. Uses: The flowers contain essential oils that can be used in soaps, candles, and herbal tea. Climate: The plant can grow in tropical, subtropical, and cooler temperate climates. It is drought tolerant and hardy. Height: The plant can grow to be 2–3 meters high and wide. Leaves: The leaves are aromatic when crushed. Other features: The plant has a weeping habit and pink new growth on the stems. Leptospermum flavescens ‘Cardwell’ – Tea Tree | Gardening With Angus Gardening With Angus Leptospermum ‘Cardwell’ – Australian Plants Society NSW 10 Dec 2021 — Leptospermum – derived from the Greek words leptos (λεπτός) meaning “thin”, “fine” or “slender” and sperma (σπέρμα) mea… Australian Plants Society Leptospermum Cardwell – Benara Nurseries Leptospermum Cardwell is a large shrub/ very small tree, commonly known as a Tea Tree. Benara Nurseries Show all