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Bowenia serrulata

Nutritive

Bowenia serrulata

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Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Description

Australian cycad used by Aboriginal peoples as a food source after careful processing to remove toxins.

Active Compounds

cycasinmacrozaminstarch after detoxification

Traditional Uses

Aboriginal food source after toxin removal
Ceremonial use

Modern Uses

Nutritive starch source after processing

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other
Adult Dose: Properly processed starch only as food
Child Dose: Not established
Preparation Notes: Requires extensive water washing and fermentation to remove cycasin before eating.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Raw consumption extremely toxic
Contains neurotoxins

Possible Side Effects

Severe neurotoxicity if improperly prepared

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Bowenia serrulata

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects