Botanical Name
Austromyrtus dulcis
Common Name
Midgen Berry
Description
Midgen Berry is a delightful native shrub prized for its sweet, edible white berries that provide excellent bush tucker and wildlife food. This compact plant produces small white flowers followed by clusters of tasty berries that can be eaten fresh or used in jams and desserts. The dense, rounded growth habit and attractive small leaves make it perfect for hedging, borders, or feature plantings in native gardens. Extremely hardy and drought tolerant once established, it thrives in various soil conditions and coastal environments. The berries are highly valued by native birds, making it an excellent choice for wildlife gardens.
Plant Category
Bush Foods
Size (H x W)
Height: 1-2 meters, Spread: 1-1.5 meters
Austromyrtus dulcis naturally occurs in coastal heathlands and open forests along the eastern coast of Australia, thriving in sandy well-drained soils with good salt tolerance and full sun to partial shade.
Cultural SIgnificance
Traditionally used by Aboriginal peoples as a food source, with the sweet berries being a valued bush tucker item.
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