
A sub-tropical rainforest understorey shrub or small tree (up to 10 metres) found only in northern NSW and south-east QLD.
The aromatic leaves are narrow, glossy and 1-4cm long, but beware the sharp 2cm spines/thorns.
The scented flowers are orange/white.
The cylindrical fruit are up to 10cm long and usually green but can also be yellow, red, purple, and black. The pleasantly acid, edible juice has a lime/sharp lemon taste. The fruit can be picked in summer/autumn.
address
21 Vernon Street
Scotts Head NSW 2447
telephone 02 6569 8144
We would like to pay our respects and acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and also pay respect to Elders both past and present.
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