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Quandong

Skin and Topical

Santalum acuminatum

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Australian semi-parasitic tree whose fruits and seeds are used by Aboriginal Australians as food medicine for skin conditions and joints.

Active Compounds

flavonoidstanninscyanogenic glycosides in leavesfatty acidspolyphenols

Traditional Uses

Skin conditions and wounds in Central Australian Aboriginal medicine
Joint pain and rheumatism
Nutritive food medicine
Kidney conditions in folk use

Modern Uses

Antioxidant
Anti-inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Wound healing

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other, topical, tea
Adult Dose: Fresh fruit as food; seed oil topically for skin; fruit tea for systemic use
Child Dose: Safe as food
Preparation Notes: Eat fresh or dried fruit; press seeds for oil; simmer dried fruit in water.

Safety Information

Generally safe during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

Leaves contain cyanogenic compounds - use only fruit and seed oil

Possible Side Effects

Generally safe as food

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