Pineapple Palm, Springsure Zamia
It grows naturally in Central Queensland in Australia. It grows on low hills in dry forest. These places have hot days and cold nights. They can tolerate severe frosts. They grow in places with about 500 mm rainfall. It can grow in a range of locations if the soil drainage is good. It suits hardiness zones 9-11. Adelaide Botanical Gardens. Hobart Botanical Gardens.
Edible Portion
- Seeds kernel, Nuts
Where does Pineapple Palm grow?
Found in: Australia, Tasmania
Notes: There are about 25 Macrozamia species. It is endemic to Australia.
Growing Pineapple Palm, Springsure Zamia
Cultivation: Plants are grown from seed.
Edible Uses: The seeds are pounded, roasted and soaked in running water for long periods then eaten. CAUTION: Unprepared seeds are poisonous.
Production: Cone production can take 50 years from seed.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
Pineapple Palm, Springsure Zamia Photos
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