Finger Lime

Citrus australasica — Rutaceae

Italiano: Finger Lime

Description

Finger Lime (Citrus australasica) belongs to the Rutaceae family and is native to Oceania. It thrives in Woodlands, Coastal areas, Arid regions environments across regions including Australia. Botanically, Finger Lime is finger Lime is a wild edible plant native to Australia. Edible parts: frutti. Traditional bushfood and foraging plant.. The edible parts include Fruits. With an edibility rating of 8/10, it ranks as an excellent wild food source. Harvesting is best done during December, February, January, March, November, October and September. Nutritionally, Finger Lime stands out for its Vitamin K (30.0mg, 25% DV), Vitamin C (20.0mg, 22% DV) and Vitamin E (1.0mg, 7% DV). It also provides 2.0g protein and 3.0g dietary fiber per 100g serving. In the kitchen, Finger Lime offers a Citrus, tangy, aromatic flavor profile. Fruits eaten fresh, dried, or processed. Common culinary applications include fresh, cooked, preserved. Popular preparations include Finger Lime dressing, Finger Lime marmalade, Finger Lime cordial. For storage, refrigerate fresh parts. Safety note: No significant toxicity. Always verify identification.. Antinutrient content is minimal. Be aware that Verify identification before consumption. Safe lookalike species include Similar edible species in region. Always verify identification with at least three independent botanical sources before consumption.

🌿 Foraging Tips

Where to find: Grows in Woodlands, Coastal areas, Arid regions across Australia.

🍳 Recipe: Finger Lime dressing

Preparation method: Fruits eaten fresh, dried, or processed
Flavor profile: Citrus, tangy, aromatic
Edible parts: Fruits

This is one of the traditional ways to prepare this wild edible plant. Always ensure proper plant identification before cooking.

When to harvest: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
Lookalike (safe): Similar edible species in region
⚠️ Lookalike (toxic): Verify identification before consumption
Tip: Always verify identification with multiple sources before consuming any wild plant. When in doubt, do not eat it.

Edibility

8/10
Toxicity: No significant toxicity. Always verify identification.
Antinutrients: Minimal
Safe lookalikes: Similar edible species in region
Dangerous: Verify identification before consumption

Harvest Calendar

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Edible parts: Fruits
Preparation: Fruits eaten fresh, dried, or processed
Flavor: Citrus, tangy, aromatic

Nutrition (per 100g)

Protein: 2.0g
Fat: 0.5g
Fiber: 3.0g
Vitamin C: 20.0mg (22%DV)
Vitamin A: 50mcg (5%DV)
Vitamin E: 1.0mg (6%DV)
Vitamin K: 30mcg (25%DV)
Folate (B9): 20mcg (5%DV)
Calcium: 30.0mg (2%DV)
Iron: 1.0mg (5%DV)
Magnesium: 20mg (4%DV)
Potassium: 200mg (4%DV)
Zinc: 0.3mg (2%DV)

Culinary Uses: fresh, cooked, preserved Storage: Refrigerate fresh parts

Recipes

  • Finger Lime dressing
  • Finger Lime marmalade
  • Finger Lime cordial

Where It Grows

Continent: Oceania
Regions: Australia
Habitat: Woodlands, Coastal areas, Arid regions
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Important: Always verify plant identification before consumption. This content is for informational purposes only. Consult reliable sources and experts before eating any wild plant. Improper identification can be dangerous.

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