Wattle Seed
Various Acacia Species
High protein, nutritious seeds were ground and used
as a flour by many Aboriginal Tribes. Today they are used
in icecream, biscuits and damper.
Green Farmhouse blends certain wattle seeds to produce
a uniquely flavoured seasoning. |
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Native Pepper
Tasmania Lanceolata
Surprising heat and intense pepper flavour is generated
by the leaves and berries of this attractive tree.
It grows naturally in the cool rainforests of Tasmania
and was noted by early historians as a potential spice
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Kurrajong Seed
Brachychiton Populneus
This shady inland tree has boat-like seed pods containing
sulphur yellow seeds very high in protein. After husking
and roasting the seeds have a pleasant nutty taste. |
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Muntries, Muntharis, Muntaberry
Kunzea Pomifera
The fruits of this prostrate plant are 5-10mm in diameter
with the appearance of a tiny apple. The flavour of
the fruit is apple. |
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Saltbush Flakes
Atriplex nummularia
Saltbush plants grow in the dry inland of Australia
and special varieties have been chosen for their flavour. |
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Lemon Myrtle
Backhousia Citriodora
The Lemon Myrtle is a warm rainforest tree with highly
aromatic leaves, imparting a strong lemon accent.
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DRIED LEMON GRASS
Cymbopogon Citratus
This flavouring usually grows in tropical Asia, but is now cultivated in Australia to supply the fresh market. It has a citrus flavour with peppery overtones and is used with seafood and poultry. |
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SEAWEED
Macrocystis Pyrifera and M. Augustifolia
This seaweed is actually called giant kelp and grows near the inshore reefs around Victoria, Tasmania and the south east of South Australia. They are among the fastest growing plants on earth. |
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