Black kurrajong

Where does Black kurrajong grow?

Found in: Africa, Asia, Australia, Chile, China, East Africa, Egypt, France, Iraq, Kenya, Lebanon, Malawi, Mozambique, North Africa, North America, Pakistan, Slovenia, Somalia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Sudan, Taiwan, Tanzania, Turkey, United States, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Notes: The leaves are often used to feed animals in dry seasons. There are about 30 Brachychiton species. Most are in Australia. Also put in the family Sterculiaceae.

Growing Black kurrajong

Cultivation: Plants can be grown from seed. Young plants can be transplanted easily.

Edible Uses: Caution. The fine irritant hairs need to be removed during harvesting. The seeds are eaten raw or roasted. They can be ground into flour and used for dampers or scones. They are also made into a coffee-like drink. They are roasted and ground then used to brew coffee. The young roots are boiled and eaten.

Nutrition Info

Black kurrajong Photos

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