Niaouli is commonly used in New Caledonia, distilled from the leaves of the tree, Naiouli is from the same family as Cajeput and Tea Tree. The tree was introduced to Florida, this is the nuisance invasive tree that grows wild in the everglades, as this tree surprisingly has a vigorous re-sprouting mechanism after being burnt in bushfires. Blooming 5 times throughout the year, the trees can live for over 100 years, with some 40 year old trees achieving a truck diameter of 2.7 metres in cultivation. 

The name can also be known as 'gomenol', derived from the fact that is used to be shipped from Gomen in the French East Indies. Heralded around the French Polynesian and Caledonia areas as a 'Cure-all'. With a slight reminder of Tea Tree and Eucalyptus, yet milder and gentler even on sensitive skin, the scent isn't as dominating as Tea Tree. This valuable and highly respected tree is regarded amongst its local community up to now, with its traditional use for reducing fever and healing wounds.