Get to know Mountain Pepper (Tasmanian Pepperberry) / Tasmannia lanceolata (Poir.) A.C.Sm.
Distribution:
Native to Australia
Family:
Winteraceae of Magnoliids
Uses:
Medicinal and Culinary
Used by Aboriginal communities
traditionally as a treatment for toothache, stomach-ache, and indigestion. Used
in cooking and herbal tonics were prepared using the plant.
Modern day Ausie uses:
Seasoning
for Great Ausie BBQ
Scientific facts:
Research has pointed out the
presence of bioactive sesquiterpene Polygodial in leaves.
Polygodial accounts for most of
its’ antioxidant and bioactive properties.
Threats:
Climate change and
increasing temperature affects the flowering and fruiting.
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