Cajeput

All About Cajeput

High in 1,8-cineole, like eucalyptus, cajeput is known for its antimicrobial properties. It has also been used for respiratory ailments, as a big repellent, and insecticide.

Fun Fact

Cajuput got its name from the Malaysian word "caju-puti," meaning white tree. This is due to its very light colored bark.

Cajeput Research

Limited research is available on the therapeutic capabilities of cajeput. In vitro studies have demonstrated antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal, and andioxidant capabilities. One human study has shown repellent action. Another small human study indicated that the aromas cajeput combined with ylang ylang had a sedative effect on participants. Click the button below for a detailed review of research.

Cajeput Research

Cajeput Blog Articles

Cajeput Herb and Essential Oil

Latin Name: Melaleuca leucadendron var. cajuputi

Family: Myrtaceae

Other Names

Other common names: Cajuput, paperbark tree, punk tree, swamp tea tree, white tea tree, white wood, cajeputier, kajuput, weeping tree
Other Latin names: Melaleuca cajuputi Powell, Melaleuca viridiflora (Sol. ex Gaertn.), Melaleuca minor (Sm.)

Plant Description

Cajeput is in the same family with eucalyptus, tea tree, and naiouli. The tree has papery bark and cream colored flowers. Oil comes from the leaves and twigs of young trees found in Indonesia, the Phillippines, the Moluccas Islands, and Malaya.