Quandong

Santalum acuminatum

Physical Characteristics

Santalum acuminatum is an evergreen Shrub. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - all mainland states.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Seed Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[144, 157, 167]. It can be dried for later use[157]. Seed. Oily and nutritious, but not very palatable[144, 154, 167].

Medicinal Uses

Skin Provides a liniment for use on sores, boils etc[154].

Known Hazards

None known