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Macadamia integrifolia, commonly known as macadamia, is a tree native to the coastal forests of New South Wales and Queensland in Australia. Macadamia (Latin: Macadamia integrifolia, family Scrophulariaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Macadamia is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Macadamia is a member of the Scrophulariaceae family native to NSW and QLD. Macadamia integrifolia thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Macadamia grows best in USDA zone 9-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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