and South-Eastern bioregions. In Victoria it occurs in the Mallee, Loddon Murray, Central and Northern and Wimmera bioregions but is becoming rare due to invasion by tall wheat grass (Lophopyrum ponticum). Melaleuca halmaturorum is salt tolerant and often found in swampy, waterlogged areas such as estuaries, coastal dunes and the fringes of salt lakes. Conservation status This melaleuca is listed as "not threatened" (in Western Australia) by the Government of Western Australia Department of Parks and Wildlife. Use in horticulture Melaleuca halmaturorum is a very hardy plant in full sun. It is often used in revegetation to remediate and stabilise saline sites. References halmaturorum Myrtales of Australia Rosids of Western Australia Flora of South Australia Trees of Australia Plants described in 1856