Arnhem Land quandong, Bony Quandong
A tropical plant. It is native to N Australia and Papua New Guinea. Plants grow naturally along stream banks in tropical places. They extend into drier areas. It often grows in rocky areas. It needs a sunny position and a well drained soil. It can tolerate some frost. It is very tolerant of drought and salt. In tropical Queensland it grows between sea level and 1000 m altitude.
Also known as:
Dirndirnda
Edible Portion
- Fruit
Where does Arnhem Land quandong grow?
Found in: Australia, Pacific, Papua New Guinea, PNG
Notes: There are about 360 Elaeocarpus species mostly in the tropics.
Growing Arnhem Land quandong, Bony Quandong
Cultivation: Plants are grown from seed. Seed do not germinate regularly. Plants can also be grown from cuttings.
Edible Uses: The ripe fruit is eaten raw.
Production: In Australia fruit mature November to January.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
Arnhem Land quandong, Bony Quandong Photos
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