Burrawang, Pineapple Zamia, Shining Burrawang
It suits subtropical and temperate regions. It can grow in full sun or shade. It can tolerate frost. Plants grow best is soils which are free draining but retain moisture and have organic matter. In Eastern Australia it grows from sea level to 1000 m altitude. It suits hardiness zones 10-12. It can grow in a Mediterranean climate.
Also known as:
Scaly zamia, Sikas zamia bersisik, Sikas zamia nanas
Synonyms
- Macrozamia denisonii F.Muell.
Edible Portion
- Seeds kernel, Nuts
Where does Burrawang grow?
Found in: Asia, Australia,Indonesia, SE Asia
Notes: There are 2 living Lepidozamia species.
Growing Burrawang, Pineapple Zamia, Shining Burrawang
Cultivation: Plants are grown from seed. They are slow to germinate. They can take a year to germinate.
Edible Uses: CAUTION: The seeds are poisonous. The seeds are eaten after soaking and roasting to remove the toxins. The stems are the source of starch.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seeds treated | - | 9.3 | 7 | - | - | 2.2 | 3.1 |
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
Burrawang, Pineapple Zamia, Shining Burrawang Photos
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