AgriFutures Tea Tree Oil Program RD&E Snapshot
Message from the Research Manager, Stephen Taylor As we head into a new research, development and extension (RD&E) period for the AgriFutures Tea Tree Oil...
TEA TREE OIL
Anti microbial activity of tea tree oil
52 pages
Published: 1 Jul 1999
Author(s): Carson, C F, Riley, T V
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This publication describes work which confirms and characterises the antimicrobial activity of the oil. It looks at the methods used to evaluate the oil as well as the spectrum of activity and mechanism of action.
The project is part of RIRDC’s Tea Tree Oil Program which aims to support the continued development of a profitable tea tree oil industry. The results will undoubtedly enhance the profile of this unique Australian commodity.
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