River cooba, Eumong
It occurs naturally on the Australian mainland. It grows in a wide climatic zone from northern tropical to cool temperate. It is often in arid or semi arid places. Rainfalls between 25 mm to 60 mm occur. It grows where summer temperatures are high but winter frosts occur. It prefers heavy soils. It does best in a sheltered position. It is restricted to river courses. It does best with good drainage but can withstand flooding for a short time. It is drought and frost resistant. It can grow in slightly salty soils. It suits hardiness zones 8-10.
Also known as:
Belalie, Native Willow, River Myall
Edible Portion
- Seeds, Gum, Leaves
Where does River cooba grow?
Found in: Asia, Australia, India, Pakistan
Notes: There are about 1,350 Acacia species. Over 1,000 occur in Australia. Also as Mimosaceae.
Growing River cooba, Eumong
Cultivation: It is grown from seed. The seed need treatment to break the hard seed coat. Normally this is by putting the seeds in very hot water and letting the water cool down overnight then planting the seeds immediately. If the roots are damaged it suckers very easily and can form clumps. It can be grown from cuttings or suckers.
Edible Uses: The pods were roasted and the seeds eaten. Clear gum is eaten raw or softened in hot water then eaten.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seed | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Gum | - | - | - | - | - | - |
River cooba, Eumong Photos
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