Tag Archives: rainforest
Carambola
Carambola or Five Corners SE Asia and Sth Pacific This delectable little treat is well known, particularly to northern Australians. It has been around a long time, having been introduced to Australia over one hundred years ago. The fruit is … Continue reading
Davidson Plum
The Davidson Plum – a true Aussie Guests at our Tropical Fruit Safari often ask why we don’t have many true Australian native fruits to taste. My answer to that is although we have many Australian native fruits, nuts and … Continue reading
Kayaking – Tully – Indigenous Tours
While I’m gliding in my kayak on the Bulgan Creek in Tully, I feel one with the beauty of the lush, green rainforest. This creek is a a secret gem – even for many locals – with water so clear, … Continue reading
Guava
The Guava was brought to Northern Australia by our earliest settlers in the 1800s. It is said to have its origins in Mexico and the warmer climates of Central and South America. This is a sweet aromatic fruit which should … Continue reading
Abiu
ABIU – Pouteria caimito This succulent fruit is an example of Mother Nature’s absolute best. A favourite with many, the Abiu is deliciously sweet and delicate on first taste, then develops at the back of the throat into a toasted/caramel … Continue reading
Black Sapote
Native to Mexico, the Black Sapote is a species of Persimmon. It is often referred to as the Chocolate Pudding fruit, due to its shiny chocolate blancmange appearance when it is ripe. The fruit which can weigh from 200 grams … Continue reading
Shining Flycatcher
The Shining Flycatcher is one of the most recognizable birds of the Wet Tropics. The brilliant glossy plumage of the male contrasts deeply with the drab chestnut and white of his mate and as the birds usually travel in pairs … Continue reading
Mission Beach Satinash
Mission Beach Satinash or Syzygium alliilgneum is an uncommon locally occurring tree of great beauty and edible fruits. Its other common name is Onionwood which refers to the odour of the blaze of the trunk when cut and not the … Continue reading
Helmeted Friarbird
The Helmeted Friarbird owes its name to the bare patch of skin on top of its head. It is in fact a Honeyeater and as often the way with the family, aggressive. These birds are common throughout Mission Beach and … Continue reading
