Native Cherry

Exocarpus cupressiformis

Physical Characteristics

Exocarpus cupressiformis is an evergreen Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft 1in). It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit stalk - sweet and palatable when fully ripe, astringent otherwise[144, 154, 193]. It is eaten raw or made into preserves[2]. Rather small, it is about 4 - 6mm long[193].

Medicinal Uses

Astringent Bitter Tonic Astringent, bitter tonic.

Known Hazards

One report says that the foliage might be poisonous[154].