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Santalum acuminatum, commonly known as quandong or native peach, is a small to medium-sized tree in the family Santalaceae, native to southeastern Australia. Santalum acuminatum (Latin: Santalum acuminatum) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Santalum acuminatum is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Santalum acuminatum is a member native to NSW, NTA, QLD, SOA, VIC, and WAU. Santalum acuminatum thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Santalum acuminatum grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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