Quandong (Santalum acuminatum)

Quandong or “native peach” is a fruit from the Australian bush originally used by our country’s First Peoples for its incredible health benefits.

With a sharp and tart flavour, it has a higher content of vitamin C than oranges, and is a greater source of antioxidants than blueberries.

It also contains vitamin E, magnesium, zinc, selenium and iron.

Traditionally used to treat a range of conditions from colds through to skin disorders, the kernels were crushed to make skin cream. Aromatic wood from Quandong trees were also highly prized and traditionally used in smoking ceremonies.

Part used:

Fruit, leaves, kernels

Actions:

Antimicrobial, antioxidant, purgative, immune boosting

Indications:

Common cold, flu, cancer, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s disease, skin disorders such as skin sores, boils, itchiness

References:

https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0222680

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-10-16/quandong-season/9048160

https://agrifutures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/publications/14-120.pdf

Related products:

Quandong is used in our Australian Bush Blush Tea