Safety, efficacy and provenance of tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) oil.
The identity, sources and composition of tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) oil are discussed, and earlier errors in the literature indicated. Reports of both therapeutic and allergenic effects are reviewed.
Carson
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Department of Microbiology, The University of Western Australia, Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre, Nedlands WA 6009, Australia. ccarson@cyllene.uwa.edu.au
Riley
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D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000737:chemistry / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D031650:Melaleuca; D008517:Phytotherapy; D020947:Tea Tree Oil / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000737:chemistry / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local; D020947:Tea Tree Oil