Candlenut siris
Aleurites rockinghamensis
Family: Euphorbiaceae
What it is like
A large tree. There are 2 raised glands on the upper surface of the leaf stalk. The leaves are 11-40 cm long by 7-30 cm wide. Male and female flowers are 10-12 mm wide. The fruit are 7-8 cm across. They usually have 3 lobes but can have more or less.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the wet tropics in northern Australia. It grows from sea level to 1,000 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin), Papua New Guinea
How it is used for food
Caution: It can irritate the stomach. The fruit are cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Seeds, caution