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Antidesma erostre added several paragraphs re the nutritional value of the fruits and leaves.

The fruit being similar to Antidesma parvifolium probably contains very similar benefits. The fruit contains high levels of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, Vitamin B1, iron, minerals, fiber, potassium, phosphorus and is high in antioxidants. This small, round fruit is well known for its health benefits in China and Asia but the native shrub has not been utilized here in Australia. As it is the size of a small, black currant, it is called native currant or Queensland cherry. Leaves as well as its fruits possess numerous health benefits. It also helps in lowering cholesterol levels and thus lowers or stabilizes blood pressure. The leaves and fruits, are an excellent source of antioxidants, specifically anthocyanins, which contribute to the red-to-black color changes in the fruit. The anthocyanins are the highest of any native plant.

Antidesma erostre has high levels of phenolic content (approx. 146.73 mg g−1), anthocyanins (approx. 14.48 mg g−1), and flavonoid content, which contribute to its significant free radical scavenging ability. These are greater than that found in blueberries and comparable to blackberries.

Epidemiological studies indicate that populations consuming high levels of plant derived foods have low incidence rates of various cancers. Recent findings implicate a variety of phytochemicals, including phenolics, in these anticancer properties. Both monophenolic and polyphenolic compounds from a large variety of plant foods, spices and beverages have been shown to inhibit or attenuate the initiation, progression and spread of cancers in cells in vitro and in animals in vivo. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21520702/

The following native Australian plants also contain high levels of both monophenolic and polyphenolic compounds Antidesma parvifolium, Terminalia ferdinandiana, Tasmannia lanceolata, Scaevola spinescens, Syzygium anisatum, Backhousia citriodora, Davidsonia pruriens, Davidsonia pruriens, Davidsonia jerseyana, Davidsonia. johnsonii and Pleiogynium timoriense.

Glycosmis trifoliata, commonly known as the Pink-fruited Limeberry or Orange Berry, produces edible fruits with significant nutritional and health-promoting properties. The fruits are typically 10mm to 14mm in diameter, translucent pink to orange berries. They are sweet, juicy, honey-like flavor when fully ripe and, at times, have a resinous or peppery aftertaste.

The fruit is high in Vitamin C, and significant amounts of total sugar and soluble solids, which contributes to its tangy sweetness. It contains essential minerals, including potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium along with various organic acids, including citric acid, malic acid, and fumaric acid, which contribute to the flavor profile.

It is also high phenolic compound content, which is an antioxidant. Anti-inflammatory and Anti-cancer Potential The plant has traditionally been used for its medicinal properties, including suspected anti-inflammatory with anticancer effects. It is also rich in Bioactive Compounds, like flavonoids and terpenoids, typical of the Rutaceae (citrus) family.

Cuttsia viburnea Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Cuttsia viburnea Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Cyperus tetraphyllus Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Cyperus tetraphyllus Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Cyperus tetraphyllus Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Denhamia celastroides Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Denhamia celastroides Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Denhamia celastroides Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Dictymia brownii Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Dictymia brownii Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Have a few new photos from a day out with John in the Coaldale area along Stockyard Creek north east of Grafton. The heat of late has made it a little awkward in getting out for a full days bush walking.

The first two photos are of green fruits of Cuttsia viburnea.

There were a number of different Cyperus including Cyperus tetraphyllus growing along the ephermeral creek.

Followed by three photos are of Denhamia celastroides the trunk and again the green fruits.

Ferns are always a favourite of mine and to find Dictymia brownii, growing in large clumps, with forked fronds was a treat.

Gmelina leichardtiana Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Hypericum gramineum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Hypericum gramineum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Livistona australis Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Olea paniculata Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Olea paniculata Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Pellaea paradoxa Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Pellaea paradoxa Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Pellaea paradoxa Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Pellaea paradoxa Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

This section as are the next two sections are still from our walk along Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW. Start with replacing the photo of the trunk on Gmelina leichardtiana, with, what I consider is a better likeness of the trunk and start of the flanging at the base that old trees will exhibit.

There are two additional photos of Hypericum gramineum, one of the flower and one of the fruit.

The long shot, photo shows a good environment of the gullies where Livistona australis thrive.

I have added two photos of Olea paniculata depicting the variation in the foliage.

The lower four photos are of Pellaea paradoxa an exceptionally beautiful fern when grown in full shade to very deep shade on moist retentive soils.

Pittosporum undulatum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Pittosporum undulatum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Pittosporum undulatum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Ptilothrix deusta Wombat Creek Conservation Area NSW

Schizomeria ovata Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Schizomeria ovata Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Schizomeria ovata Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Schizomeria ovata Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Schizomeria ovata Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Finally found Pittosporum undulatum in fruit be it green and with a flush of new growth.

While we were out at Wombat Creek Conservation Area a few months ago we came across a beautiful large patch of Ptilothrix deusta at the top of the range.

A day’s walk in Fortis Creek National Park uncovered Schizomeria ovata in late flower with green fruits.

Senecio tenuiflorus Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Senecio tenuiflorus Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Senecio tenuiflorus Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Senecio tenuiflorus Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Senecio tenuiflorus Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Sorghum leiocladum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Sorghum leiocladum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Sorghum leiocladum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Sorghum leiocladum Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Vernonia cinerea Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Vernonia cinerea Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Vernonia cinerea Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Vernonia cinerea Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Vernonia cinerea Fortis Creek National Park NSW

Veronica plebeia Ramornie National Park NSW

Veronica plebeia Ramornie National Park NSW

Veronica plebeia Ramornie National Park NSW

Deep into the shaded valley at Stockyard Creek where filtered light reached the floor Senecio tenuiflorus and Sorghum leiocladum were uncovered.

Fortis Creek walk uncovered Vernonia cinerea in flower, while a day out in Ramornie National Park we found Veronica plebeia with many ripe fruits.

Lasiopetalum sp. coochin hills Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW

Lasiopetalum sp. coochin hills Stockyard Creek Coaldale NSW